Papilio helenus (Helenus Swallowtail),

Description

Coloration: Black and yellow striped wings
Body Structure: A slender butterfly with narrow wings and a striking pattern of yellow and black stripes.
Sexual Dimorphism: Males are smaller with more vivid markings, while females are larger and have a more subdued pattern.
Flight Patterns: Slow and deliberate flight, often near the ground.
Feeding Habits: Feeds on nectar from a variety of flowers found in tropical habitats.
Reproductive Behavior: Females lay eggs on specific plants, which are then eaten by the larvae.
Geographical Range: Found in Central and South America, particularly in the Amazon.
Preferred Habitats: Tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Threats: Habitat loss due to agriculture and deforestation.
Conservation Efforts: Conservation programs focus on the protection of rainforest ecosystems.