Thyastes Swordtail
Thyastes Swordtail — Eurytides thyastes
Possessing some of the longest and most delicate tails in the Papilionidae family, the Thyastes Swordtail is an icon of elegance.
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About this Species
Eurytides thyastes, commonly known as the Thyastes Swordtail, is a large and impressive butterfly of the Papilionidae family. It is found throughout South America, but it is particularly common in the lowland forests of Peru.
This species is characterized by its white-to-pale-yellow wings with bold, black vertical stripes that resemble the skin of a zebra. It also has long and slender tails on the hindwings, characteristic of the swordtail subgroup. Its appearance is a very clean and symmetrical design that makes it a favorite in many scientific and aesthetic collections.
Habitat
Deep jungle and tropical rainforests, particularly common in Loreto, San Martín, and Junín in Peru.
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