Lime butterfly emerges from pupa
Channel: Butterflies of Mulund
Date: 2022-07-06

This video depicts how a lime butterfly hatches from its pupa (Chrysalis). These butterflies have a life cycle of a month and typically spend up to 7-9 days in the pupa. On the day of emergence, the initial transparent pupa darkens and white wing markings become visible. 
The lime swallowtail (Papilio demoleus), is commonly known as chequered or citrus swallowtail. This butterfly ranges widely and is an extremely successful invader near citrus plantations. Its abundance depends on the availability of host and nectar plants.