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Yes, the black swallowtail butterfly (Papilio polytes) is found in Illinois. These butterflies typically inhabit gardens, meadows, and areas with flowering plants, which provide food sources for both adults and caterpillars. They are recognizable by their striking black wings with yellow and blue markings. Their presence in Illinois contributes to the state's biodiversity and ecosystem health.
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What is the difference between black swallowtail caterpillars and swallowtail caterpillars?
Easy black swallowtail caterpillars are smaller caterpillars. SwallowTail caterpillars are bigger than black swallow tail caterpillars
What does Black Swallowtail mean in latin?
Papilio polyxenes is the Latin name of the Black Swallowtail, which is also called the American or parsnip swallowtail.
How would you write the correct scientific name for the common name Black Swallowtail?
Black swallowtail is the common name and Papilio polyxenes is the scientific name.
What is a black swallowtail butterfly's prey?
Black swallowtail butterflies feed on nectar from varying types of flowers. They don't have prey.
How long is the life span of a Old world Swallowtail?
Compared to other butterfly species, black swallowtail butterflies live long lives. As long as they avoid predators and are able to obtain food, they can live for up to a year.
Where in the U.S. could you find a black swallowtail butterfly?
The black swallowtail is present throughout much of North America.
Where do radiant swallowtail butterflies live?
they live in Africa
How long for a swallowtail to emerge from its cocoon?
Black Swallowtail butterflies stay in their cocoon for 9 to 11 days.
What is the size of a Black Swallowtail butterfly?
The average Swallowtail butterfly has a wingspan of 3 1/8 to 4 inches.
What is the size of the black swallowtail butterfly?
The average Swallowtail butterfly has a wingspan of 3 1/8 to 4 inches.
Where does the tiger swallowtail live?
north america : )
In what rainforest does a emerald swallowtail live?
Italy
