spangle; Papilio protenor
A species of black swallowtail butterfly found in East Asia. In everyday contexts, usually referred to by its katakana name.
A spangle flew into the garden.
Spangle larvae feed on leaves of citrus plants.
General term for swallowtail butterflies; クロアゲハ is a specific black species.
Katakana spelling is common for this butterfly name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling; less common than kana.
Extended kanji spelling including 蝶; rare.
Alternate kanji spelling; rare.
Compound of 黒 (kuro, 'black') and 揚羽 (ageha, 'swallowtail butterfly'). The name describes its dark wing color.