Papilio machaon gorganus

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:aircraft_operated distinctive yellow and black pattern
gptkbp:behavior territorial
often seen basking in the sun
remains still and camouflaged
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to summer
gptkbp:class gptkb:Insecta
gptkbp:color yellow and black
brown or green
bright and attractive
camouflaged to blend with surroundings
regional differences in coloration
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of beauty and nature
gptkbp:diet nectar from flowers
gptkbp:distribution gptkb:Eurasia
widely distributed across Europe and Asia
gptkbp:ecological_role pollinator
gptkbp:egg_color pale green
up to 100
gptkbp:family gptkb:Papilionidae
gptkbp:first_flight strong and agile flyers
gptkbp:foraging_behavior feeds on nectar
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Papilio
gptkbp:habitat open areas and edges
open fields and gardens
forests, meadows, and gardens
temperate regions of Europe and Asia
gptkbp:has_friend 1-2 weeks
varies with environmental conditions
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Papilio machaon gorganus
gptkbp:kingdom gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:larval_stage gptkb:5
2-3 weeks
on host plants
feeds on leaves of host plants
green with spines
depends on host plant availability
spiny appearance
green with yellow markings
mimics twigs and leaves
feed on host plants
depends on temperature and food availability
subject to predation by birds and insects
various plants including members of the family Rutaceae
gptkbp:lifespan 2-4 weeks
complete metamorphosis
gptkbp:mating_system males perform aerial displays
gptkbp:migration some populations migrate
gptkbp:mimicry mimics other toxic species
gptkbp:order gptkb:Lepidoptera
gptkbp:phylum gptkb:Arthropoda
gptkbp:predators birds, spiders, and other insects
gptkbp:premiered_on adults emerge in spring and summer
gptkbp:reproduction oviposition on host plants
gptkbp:research_interest studied for mimicry and evolution
gptkbp:subspecies gptkb:Papilio_machaon_polytes
gptkb:Papilio_machaon_gorganus
gptkb:Papilio_machaon_machaon
gptkbp:threats habitat loss and climate change
gptkbp:wildlife toxic to some predators
gptkbp:wingspan 80-120 mm