Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly
The tiger swallowtail butterfly is one of the most common butterflies in the DuPage forest preserves. This large butterfly has yellow wings with black markings, making it look like a tiger. Its hind wings have blue patches with orange spots.
- Wingspan of 3.5 to 6.5 inches
- Lives in prairies and woodlands
- Drinks nectar from flowers
- Flies during the day during warm temperatures
Did You Know?
The tiger swallowtail butterfly has tails on its hind wings. The female butterfly is black and looks like the bad-tasting pipevine swallowtail butterfly.