Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Papilio glaucus
Identification
This butterfly has yellow wings with black stripes and blue hindwing spots.
Location
Common statewide
Size
4 to 6 inch wingspan
Diet
Adults feed on nectar while larvae feed on tree leaves.
Habitat
It occurs in forests and suburban areas.
Activity Period
May to September
Behavior
It is strong flying and visits many flower types. It is active in warm months.
Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in summer.
Population
The population is stable statewide.
History
It has long been widespread in Ohio.
Human Interactions
It often visits flowering trees.
Facts
Females may appear dark in some regions.
Sources
ODNR academic sources
Nectar tree leaves | Forests suburbs parks | Statewide