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Ruby-spotted Swallowtail

Heraclides anchisiades

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Papilionidae ›Genus: Heraclides

About

Papilio anchisiades, the ruby-spotted swallowtail or red-spotted swallowtail, is a butterfly of the family Papilionidae. It is found from southern Texas south to Argentina. Rare strays can be found up to Kansas, southeastern Arizona, and western Texas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ruby-spotted Swallowtail?
The scientific name of Ruby-spotted Swallowtail is Heraclides anchisiades.
What is the conservation status of Ruby-spotted Swallowtail?
The Ruby-spotted Swallowtail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belong to?
Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belong to?
Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belong to?
Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belong to?
Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belong to?
Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belongs to the family Papilionidae.
What genus does Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belong to?
Ruby-spotted Swallowtail belongs to the genus Heraclides.