The Common Swallowtail butterfly can be seen in abundance here in Andalucia. The butterfly has a strong, fast flight and pauses frequently to hover over flowering herbs and sip nectar. It can be found in alpine meadows and hillsides. They often congregate near summits to compete for passing females. At lower altitudes you will see it in gardens. The typical food plants are hogweeds, wild angelica, wild carrot and fennel.
Common Swallowtail (Papilio machaon)
Common Swallowtail
Common Swallowtail
