Parides agavus is a species of butterfly in the Papilionidae family. It is found in Brazil, Paraguay and north Argentina.The red anal spot of the hindwing very large, Z-shaped. The abbreviated white band of the hindwing is somewhat variable.It is not uncommon, even in gardens. Adults frequent flowers. It is not thought to be threatened. Parides agavus is ranched in Brazil.The larvae feed on Aristolochia triangularis and Aristolochia fimbriata.