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Queen page

Queen page

Papilio androgeus

A species of Swallowtails, Also known as Androgeus swallowtail

The sexes are different and the female occurs in many districts in two forms. Tail narrow, pointed. Hindwing above with narrow bluish submarginal crescents, beneath with a regular row of reddish yellow crescents between cell and outer margin. Female-f. androgeus Cr. has on the forewing two large yellow patches, sometimes also a small spot; in the female-f. piranthus these spots are wanting or are merely indicated, the metallic scaling of the hindwing is not dense and extends into the cell. The wingspan is 134–140 mm.

General Info About Queen page
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Attributes of Queen page
Habitat
overgrown citrus grove; tropical forest
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar from lantana, flower nectar from bougainvillea, flower nectar from jasminum species, flower nectar from asteraceae family, flower nectar from various other flowering plants
Larva Food Source
Citrus leaves, rutaceae plant family leaves
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Queen page is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Queen page feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
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Life Cycle of Queen page
Egg The egg is the first stage of queen page development. It's usually laid on plant leaves and is characterized by its small size, distinct shape, and color that may mimic its environment to evade predators.
Larva The larva of queen page hatches from the egg, often resembling a caterpillar. It has a voracious appetite for foliage, grows rapidly, and molts several times, increasing in size and gradually changing in color and pattern.
Pupal In this transitional stage, queen page forms a pupa or chrysalis. At this point, queen page is immobile, undergoing significant internal tissue transformation. Its appearance changes drastically from larva to an enclosed structure where metamorphosis occurs.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult queen page’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Queen page Larvae
Aves, araneae, mantodea, hymenoptera, formicidae
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Predators of Adult Queen page
Aves, araneae, mantodea, odonata
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Interesting Facts About Queen page
Queen page's caterpillars exhibit an unusual defense mechanism; when threatened, they extend a forked, glandular organ that emits a foul smell to deter predators.
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Scientific Classification of Queen page
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Youth Habitat of Queen page
Forests and Woodlands, Tropical Rainforests
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Adult Habitat of Queen page
Forests and Woodlands, Tropical Rainforests, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Queen page
Queen page can be attracted using food traps with ripe fruits or sweet baits.
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Habitat Preferences of Queen page Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of queen page are typically deposited on the underside of host plant leaves. As caterpillars, they can be found nestled among foliage, voraciously feeding to gather energy for the next stage. The chrysalides are often well-concealed in the vegetation or sometimes on structures nearby, camouflaged to evade predators during pupation. When searching for these stages, one would examine host plants for eggs, inspect leaves and stems for feeding caterpillars, and carefully scan for pupae among greenery. The ideal environments for adults are nectar-rich flower fields and gardens, where they are commonly seen fluttering from bloom to bloom.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Queen page
The best time to find queen page is during warm, sunny days when butterflies are most active, usually mid-morning to early afternoon.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Queen page
Queen page are generally found when the weather is warm and sunny with little to no wind, as butterflies are less active in cooler or inclement weather.
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Are Queen page harmful to humans?

They are not a poisonous butterfly, but they have a special gland that secretes bad smells and chemicals.
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Hurt Plant

Larvae of queen page can cause a range of damage to host plants, from mild to severe. They feed on leaves indiscriminately, which can lead to defoliation and weakened plant health.

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Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Pollination Behavior Reason
Collect Pollen To Feed Offspring
Queen page is attracted to flowers primarily through visual and olfactory cues such as vibrant colors and enticing scents. It actively collects pollen to feed its offspring, contributing to the pollination process as it moves from bloom to bloom.
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