Graphium doson

Common Jay

Basic Information

General information

Family: Papilionidae
Sub Family: Papilioninae
Estimated Lifespan 14 Days

Garden Specific Information

Estimated Number In Flight: 0
Total Number of Pupae Received: 99
First Flown On: 08/18/03
Last Flown On: 10/06/23

Species Range:

  • Asia

Host plants:

  • Desmos cochinchinensis
  • Uvaria microcarpa
  • Annona
  • Polyalthia
  • Rauwenhaffia
  • Mitrephora
  • Uvaris
  • Diploglottis
  • Cinnamomum

Food Source

The adult of this species is a nectar feeder and can be seen feeding from a variety of flowers. The males can be seen puddling.

Habitat

This butterfly can be found in all forested habitats.

Life history

Eggs are laid singly on the underside of the hostplant leaves.

Flights

This butterfly can be found in flight year-round.

Fun Facts

This species is the most common and widespread of the Asian Graphium butterflies.