Papilio Hippocrates Collection

European swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon gorganus) on flower, Mercantour National Park, Provence, France, June

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) in garden, Norfolk, England, UK, June

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) caterpillar on Wild carrot (Daucus carota) flowers. The Netherlands. August

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon), wings open, resting on plant stem. The Netherlands. August

RF - Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) caterpillar on Wild carrot (Daucus carota) flowers. The Netherlands. August. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Ventral view of Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon), male and female, in flight. The Netherlands. July

Digital composite of Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) caterpillar, pupa, chrysalis and emerging adult

Common Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) backlit showing wing structure. Podere Montecucco, Orvieto, Umbria, Italy, October

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) caterpillar on Wild carrot (Daucus carota) flowers. The Netherlands. August

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) nectaring on thistle (Cirsium sp.) flower. The Netherlands. July

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) in flight, Finland, June

Male Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) eating from Wood cranesbill (Geranium sylvaticum), Finland. June

Close up of section of Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) caterpillar feet gripping stem of Wild carrot (Daucus carota). The Netherlands. August

Ventral view of Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) in flight. The Netherlands. July

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) nectaring on thistle (Cirsium sp. ) flower, with cyclists in background
Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) nectaring on thistle (Cirsium sp.) flower, with cyclists in background. The Netherlands. July

RF - Two Swallowtail butterflies (Papilio machaon) flying to feed on thistle (Cirsium sp. ) bush in flower
RF - Two Swallowtail butterflies (Papilio machaon) flying to feed on thistle (Cirsium sp.) bush in flower. The Netherlands. July

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) nectaring on Meadow clary (Salvia pratensis). North Tyrol, Austria. June

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) flying to red campion with proboscis extended, Finland, June

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) on flower, Pyrenees, France, May

RF - Common swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) Aosta Valley, Gran Paradiso National Park, Italy

Common swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon), Lorsch, Hessen, Germany. Meetyourneighbours.net project

Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon gorganus) Catalonia, Spain April

Swallowtail (Papilio machaon) in flight, Finland, Europe

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The Papilio hippocrates, also known as the European swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon gorganus), is a stunning creature found in various locations across Europe. In Mercantour National Park, this magnificent butterfly can be seen delicately perched on a vibrant flower, showcasing its intricate patterns and colors. In Norfolk, England, during the month of June, a Swallowtail butterfly gracefully flutters through a garden. Its wingspan catches the sunlight as it dances from one blossom to another, spreading beauty wherever it goes. A captivating sight awaits in Finland during June when a Swallowtail butterfly takes flight against a backdrop of lush greenery. Its wings beat with grace and elegance as it explores its surroundings with boundless freedom. Witnessing nature's wonders unfold in Finland during June is truly magical. A male Swallowtail butterfly indulges in the nectar of Wood cranesbill flowers while displaying its striking markings and slender body. Through an extraordinary digital composite image capturing every stage of metamorphosis, we witness the transformation of this remarkable species. From caterpillar to pupa to chrysalis and finally emerging into an adult butterfly—nature's artistry at its finest. Zooming in closer reveals the incredible grip of Swallowtail caterpillar feet on Wild carrot stems in The Netherlands during August. These tiny marvels showcase their strength and adaptability even at such an early stage of life. From below, we catch a glimpse of this majestic creature soaring through Dutch skies during July. The ventral view highlights its graceful flight pattern while leaving us awestruck by its sheer beauty. Nature often intertwines with human activities seamlessly; cyclists pass by as a Swallowtail butterfly finds nourishment from thistle flowers in The Netherlands during July. It serves as a gentle reminder that these creatures coexist harmoniously alongside us. Two Swallowtail butterflies are captured mid-flight towards blooming thistle bushes in The Netherlands during July.