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The White Dragontail, or Lamproptera curius, is a tiny and unique swallowtail butterfly that you can find in South Asia and Southeast Asia. This little critter belongs to the Dragontails group within the Swallowtail family, and it holds the title of being the tiniest member in that whole family. Its wings are a beautiful mix of black, white, and transparent patches, making it quite eye-catching. What really stands out is its long tail on each hindwing.

The Male White Dragontail butterfly frequents open riverbanks within forests. Unlike other butterfly species that group together, these prefer to puddle separately typically on nearby sand. Females are generally larger and have broader wings than the males.