Spicebush swallowtail caterpillar (Papilio troilus)

The spicebush swallowtail butterfly is pretty, but its larva is so cute. Its bright color makes it look like a Disney cartoon character. The caterpillar starts green and later becomes yellow or orange.

The spicebush swallowtail caterpillar has markings around its head resembling snake eyes. The yellow and black false eyes disguise the caterpillar as a scary snake to confuse predators3.