Tiger Swallowtail

Papilio glaucus

Checklist Number
56.0031 [B&F: 1539a]

Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure

Classification

Family:Papilionidae
Subfamily:Papilioninae
Genus:Papilio
Species:glaucus
Authority:(Linnaeus, 1758)

Common in deciduous woodland, grassland and parks throughout much of North America. One was found in Co. Wicklow in 1932, probably accidentally imported as a pupa from North America. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 75-130 mm. Larva feeds on Wild Cherry and Ash.