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Swallowtail butterflies are not poisonous. They are known for their bright colors, which serve as a warning to potential predators about their unpalatability. Some swallowtail species may mimic toxic butterflies to deter predators, but they themselves do not possess venom or toxins. Instead, they rely on their appearance and behavior to survive.
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Are orange headed black swallowtail caterpillars poisonous?
No
Is the purple spotted swallowtail butterfly poisonous?
yes one touch and u will die so be aware
Is a spicebush catepillar poisonous?
The spicebush caterpillar, which is the larval stage of the spicebush swallowtail butterfly, is not poisonous to humans. However, it can mimic the appearance of poisonous caterpillars, which helps it evade predators. While it does not pose a threat to people, it may have some chemical defenses that deter birds and other predators.
What is the common name for the swallowtail butterfly?
swallowtail
When was Scarce Swallowtail created?
Scarce Swallowtail was created in 1758.
Do zebra swallowtail butterflies molt or shed?
swallowtail butterflies
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.
Is a swallowtail caterpillar a secondary consumer?
yes
How big is the tiger swallowtail?
The Tiger swallowtail or Eastern (or western) Tiger Swallowtail can get anywhere from 4 inches to 5 1/2 inches in wingspan.
Which tiger swallowtail is a boy?
The boy Tiger Swallowtail has little to no blue at the bottom of its wings. The girl Tiger Swallowtail has a lot of blue near the bottom of its wings.
Are there any enemies of the swallowtail butterflies?
the pipevine swallowtail is the prey of the bald faced hornet
