They also have orange “horns” they can extend when they feel threatened. Discover fascinating caterpillar facts you should know. Eastern, western and Canadian tiger swallowtail butterflies ...

If the caterpillar is threatened, the fleshy, orange osmeterium pops out ... knowing you’re supporting local butterfly populations. A tiger swallowtail flying against the blue sky is a lovely ...

This unappetising outfit is a clever ploy to hide in plain sight, a trick used by multiple swallowtail butterflies. You'll have to look carefully to find them, but the tiny creatures can usually be ...