Black Swallowtail
The Black Swallowtail is a species of butterfly belonging to the Papilionidae family. It is characterized by its striking black wings with iridescent blue and yellow markings. The Black Swallowtail is known for its graceful flight and can be found in various habitats across North America, feeding primarily on nectar from flowers. This butterfly undergoes metamorphosis, starting as an egg laid on a host plant, then hatching into a caterpillar before eventually transforming into a beautiful adult butterfly.