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     • This spectacular insect is our only resident butterfly of the Papilionidae family, which is one of the largest butterfly families in the world. The British race is the subspecies britannicus which is confined to the fens of the Norfolk Broads in East Norfolk. This is partly due to the distribution of the sole larval foodplant, Milk-parsley.
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   What is a swallowtail butterfly?

   • Swallowtail butterflies are a fascinating and diverse group of insects that are known for their large size and striking beauty. With over 550 species found on every continent except Antarctica, swallowtails are one of the most recognizable and beloved groups of butterflies in the world. Why are they called swallowtail?

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   What are the different types of swallowtail butterflies?

   • These include the Eastern Black Swallowtail, Spicebush Swallowtail, Pipevine Swallowtail, and the dark form of the Tiger Swallowtail. The identification chart below compares the colors and features of these common dark-colored Swallowtail butterflies as seen in ventral views.

   Swallowtail Butterfly Identification and Comparison - Butterflies at Home

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   How do you identify a swallowtail butterfly?

   • Several species of Swallowtails are predominantly black, and share similar yellow, blue and orange markings. Identification is often difficult. Shown below are photographs of several common Swallowtail butterflies to aid in identification. Swallowtail Butterfly Identification Chart

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   What does a two tailed swallowtail butterfly look like?

   • Two-Tailed Swallowtail Butterfly The Two-tailed swallowtail has a wingspan of 3 1/2 to 5 inches, and each of its hindwings has two tails, therefore the name. When it comes to color, the upper sides of the wings are packed with narrow black stripes on yellow background.

   14 Types of Swallowtail Butterflies: Identification and Comparison

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   Why are swallowtails called Papilio?

   • [ 2 ] The forked appearance in some of the swallowtails' hindwings, which can be seen when the butterfly is resting with its wings spread, gave rise to the common name swallowtail. As for its formal name, Linnaeus chose Papilio for the type genus, as papilio is Latin for "butterfly".

   Swallowtail butterfly - Wikipedia

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   What does a Polydamas swallowtail butterfly look like?

   • Polydamas Swallowtail Butterfly The Polydamas Swallowtail (Battus polydamas) is black above with a large submarginal yellow band. It has no tails as does the typical swallowtail. It has a wing spread of 3 1/2" - 4 1/2".

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   Aug 29, 2024 · Swallowtail butterflies are a fascinating and diverse group of insects that are known for their large size and striking beauty. With over 550 species found on every continent except Antarctica, swallowtails are one of the most recognizable and beloved groups of butterflies in the world.

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   • Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly. Eastern tiger swallowtail (Papilio glaucus) is frequent around wooded areas and hosts on trees. However, they’ll love a flower garden as well.
   • Canadian Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly. The Canadian tiger swallowtail is a bit smaller than the Eastern tiger swallowtail. It has broad black stripes with yellow spots that merge into bands.
   • Western Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly. The Western tiger swallowtail butterfly (Papilio rutulus) is a common butterfly with yellow and black stripes. The appearance is similar to the Eastern king, but you can distinguish the Western by location.
   • Pale Swallowtail Butterfly. The Pale swallowtail subspecies has a creamy white back with black stripes, often looking whitish in bright light. Their front wings are narrow and pointed, with a total wingspan of 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 inches.

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   Swallowtail Butterfly Identification and Comparison. This magnificent family (Papilionidae) of large butterflies is loved by many, and includes more than 600 species worldwide. Most of these large, brightly colored butterflies feature tails on their hind wings.

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7. www.wildlifetrusts.org › butterflies › swallowtailSwallowtail - The Wildlife Trusts

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   Swallowtail. Scientific name: Papilio machaon. The exotic and beautiful swallowtail is the UK's largest butterfly. A strong flier, residents can be spotted over wetlands in Norfolk during summer.

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   Without the pigmentation, the butterfly appears mostly black (the melanic form) and is a Batesian mimic of Battus philenor, the pipevine swallowtail. There are also Papilio glaucus that are not wholly black; several possess an intermediate "sooty" color and are sensitive to temperature .

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    The Swallowtail is our largest native butterfly, and also one of our rarest. This spectacular insect is our only resident butterfly of the Papilionidae family, which is one of the largest butterfly families in the world.

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    Oct 13, 2023 · There are various types of Swallowtail butterfly, such as the Tiger Swallowtail, Black Swallowtail, and Pipevine Swallowtail. To encourage Swallowtail butterflies to your garden, plant host plants that they love.