Papilio bengetanus Papilio bengetanus (?)

Category: LOW RISK Status: Single- island endemic found only in Luzon. Habitat/Distribution: Rare distribution in Luzon, confined to the high elevation forests of the Cordillera Mountain Ranges in the North-Central Luzon. Hosts/ Plants: No Information Habitats/Behavior: No Information Threats: Habitat Destruction Interesting Information: This species is considered a relic of the Ice Ages and can only survive in the high elevation forests of the Cordillera Mountain Ranges in the North-Central Luzon.Possible share the same habitat as the Papilio chikae Igarishi, another relic of the Ice Ages which is also endemic to Luzon. Conservation Efforts/Measures: Photograph Information: Courtesy of

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