The common Mormon butterfly is a widespread Asian swallowtail recognized by its black wings, creamy-white markings, and long hindwing tails. Its scientific name is Papilio … Read More
Monarch and swallowtail caterpillars are among the most recognizable butterfly larvae found in gardens. Both may display green, black, yellow, or white markings, which can … Read More
Swallowtail larvae are the caterpillar stage of butterflies belonging to the family Papilionidae. Depending on the species and age, these caterpillars may resemble bird droppings, … Read More
Florida swallowtails are large, colorful butterflies recognized by their broad wings and tail-like projections on the hindwings. Several species occur across the state, including black, … Read More
Black swallowtail host plants are the plants where female butterflies lay eggs and where their caterpillars feed after hatching. Most black swallowtail caterpillar host plants … Read More
The yellow swallowtail butterfly is one of the most eye-catching butterflies in gardens, meadows, woodland edges, and open fields. Its bright yellow wings, dark markings, … Read More
A black swallowtail chrysalis is one of the most interesting stages in the butterfly life cycle. After feeding as a caterpillar, the black swallowtail forms … Read More
The spicebush swallowtail is a large dark butterfly known for its blue-green hindwings and famous “snake-like” caterpillar. Its caterpillars live on spicebush, sassafras, and related … Read More
The pipevine swallowtail is a dark, shimmering butterfly best known for its blue-green hindwings, orange underside spots, and unusual relationship with pipevine plants. Its caterpillars … Read More
Swallowtail butterfly host plants are the plants female swallowtails use for laying eggs and the plants their caterpillars eat after hatching. While adult butterflies visit … Read More
