The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio glaucus) and the Eastern Giant Swallowtail (Papilio cresphontes) are two distinct butterfly species that are difficult to identify but can be differentiated by several features.
Eastern Giant Swallowtail (Papilio cresphontes)
Largest butterfly in North America
What is the Larval Host Plant for an Eastern Giant Swallowtail Butterfly?
The caterpillars of this butterfly species feed on various Citrus trees, including Lemon (Citrus limon), Lime (Citrus aurantifolia), Orange (Citrus sinensis), Grapefruit (Citrus × paradisi), and other related species.
1001 Reasons to Plant Wild Lime (Zanthoxylum fagara) in Florida
Wild Lime (zanthoxylum fagara) provides food for Eastern Giant & Schaus’ Swallowtail butterfly larva, and can replace Japanese Boxwood in the yard or garden.