Feb 24, 2025 · Eastern black swallowtail caterpillars are native to the eastern and midwestern United States, Canada, and Mexico. They can also be found as far west as Arizona. If you live …

Oct 13, 2023 · Swallowtail caterpillars go through multiple generations each year, evolving from egg to caterpillar, then pupa to butterfly. Remarkably, they have black stripes and yellow …

Oct 25, 2024 · Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience with caterpillars, this guide will ensure you have a successful and rewarding experience raising swallowtail caterpillars.

Oct 19, 2025 · Swallowtail caterpillars are black and spiny insects with a white saddle when young, resembling bird droppings. As they grow older, they become mostly black, sometimes …

The caterpillars of various swallowtail butterfly species feed on a wide range of different plants, most depending on only one of five families: Aristolochiaceae, Annonaceae, Lauraceae, …

Sep 29, 2025 · This caterpillar is deep maroon or black with long fleshy tubercles, similar in appearance to the Pipevine Swallowtail caterpillar. It also feeds on pipevines and inherits …

Aug 25, 2021 · Plant lots of parsley or carrots and you might get lucky enough to enjoy many generations of pretty green and black caterpillars that transform into amazing butterflies! The …

May 27, 2024 · Swallowtail caterpillars are the larval stage of swallowtail butterflies. Swallowtail caterpillars have unique scent glands that secrete a foul-smelling liquid to deter predators. The …

Apr 16, 2024 · The giant swallowtail caterpillar is a fascinating creature, known for its unique appearance and intriguing life cycle. This insect plays a vital role in nature as it eventually …

Sep 12, 2025 · Swallowtail caterpillars enjoy a nearly global distribution, with species present on every continent except Antarctica. Their greatest diversity is concentrated in tropical regions, …