🦋 Eastern Tiger Swallowtail spotted in the garden today, a true symbol of summertime grace. This striking butterfly isn't just a beauty, it’s also a vital pollinator and a sign of a healthy ecosystem🌿 Host plants include tulip tree, wild cherry, sweetbay magnolia, ash, birch, cottonwood, willow, and others. Their caterpillars rely on these native trees to grow and thrive, reminding us that what we plant truly matters. Let your yard be a sanctuary for more than just people #TigerSwallowtail #Na

Papilio Glaucus MALE Yellow Black Striped Swallowtail Butterfly Indiana - Etsy

Closeup shot of Eastern Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio glaucus) nectaring on flower, shallow depth of field.