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Machaon

Papilio machaon (Linnaeus 1758)

Machaon Swallowtail

is one of the most beautiful and spectacular butterflies we see in the Mount Serantes.

common name refers to Macao, Podalirius brother, both doctors of the Achaean army during the assault on Troy, and that according to Greek mythology, had the power to heal even the most serious injuries.

Their identification is no problem, the black and yellow are the dominant colors and the wings end in two long lines with a red ocellus leading each of them. It is a large butterfly can grow to 80 mm wingspan.

Photo: Manu Océn

The

can be seen in meadows and open areas, also at the top of mountains and hills where males gather in what entomologists call "hilltopping." At these concentrations is common to see them fighting for a landlord to await the passage of any female.

Caterpillars are

a greenish black cross ring orange spots. As a defense system using an organ called osmeterio , which displayed when they feel threatened. This body has issued a "V" and emerges behind the head emitting a strong odor deterrent.

Photo: Manu Océn

Extending osmeterio ......... ......................... Photo: Manu Océn

At Mount Serantes its flight period is between April and September, in two or three generations.

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fluted mushrooms

These copies of mushrooms, which are easily mount turn Serantes are two good representatives of the edible species and toxic.

Their identification is easy due to its characteristic odor.

Snowball (Agaricus arvensis )

Known as "Snowball," the mushroom of considerable size, white, pink sheets and distinctive aniseed smell , grows in meadows and pastures. Good food.

yellowing Mushroom (Agaricus xanthoderma )

very similar in appearance to "Field Mushroom", differs mainly in its smell, unpleasant, and the color change to rubbing (yellow). Toxic.

Text and photos:

Bihotz Gaztea Mocológica Society (Santurce)