The Polydamas Swallowtail (Battus polydamas), belonging to the family Papilionidae. Notably, it lacks the characteristic tails seen in many other swallowtails, making it distinctive within its group. Velvety black with a row of yellow or gold spots forming a band across both the forewings and hindwings.
Underside: Similar black base color, but with additional red-orange markings near the hindwing margins.