Name: Papilio ulysses

The Papilio genus, when devised, was originally applied to all known butterflies. It is now restricted to only around 215 species, but Papilionidae, the Swallowtail family, includes many of the largest, most spectacular and prized specimens in the world. Also popularly known as the Blue Mountain Swallowtail, Papilio Ulysses was first described by Linnaeus himself in 1758, and there are now at least 15 known subspecies. Found in Northern Queensland, its range extends across several nearby islands in the Moluccas, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.

Appearance: Velvety-black butterfly with beautiful intense iridescent blue blazes on the wings that seem to radiate from the body. Its hind wings are scalloped and trail long droplet-shaped tails. Eggs are laid on Euodia, Kerosene-Wood, and Citrus plants, and adults can be found in various habitats from rainforests to gardens. Interestingly, these butterflies can be strongly attracted by objects of bright blue color.

Measurements: Frame: 16.5cm X 16.5cm X 3.2cm Wingspan: 11cm

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*Combined shipment can be arranged if multiple auctions are won. Drop off available in Whangarei region, and potentially further south to Auckland as I pop down once a week or two. Payment must be made or arranged within 2-3 days.

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