Explaining Insects 🦋 on Instagram: "The swallowtail caterpillar is a brightly colored larva known for its dramatic transformation into a beautiful swallowtail butterfly. It often displays striking patterns of green, black, yellow, or orange, which help warn predators of its bad taste. When threatened, it can extend a small orange, forked organ called an osmeterium that releases a strong odor to scare away attackers. These caterpillars feed on plants like parsley, dill, and fennel, growing rapid