Swallowtail

The swallowtail, known scientifically as Papilio machaon, is a striking butterfly found across the Palearctic region and North America. Recognizable by its bright yellow wings and elegant tail-like extensions, it’s a standout member of the Papilionidae family.

• Its wings feature tail-like extensions, giving it the name 'swallowtail.'
• It thrives in both Palearctic regions and parts of North America.
• This butterfly is the type species of the genus Papilio.