Golden-tailed Bull Ant vs Black Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-tailed Bull Ant | Black Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myrmecia chrysogaster | Papilio polyxenes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 69-84 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden-tailed Bull Ant
A strikingly coloured bull ant with a distinctive golden-yellow gaster and reddish-brown head and thorax. Like other Myrmecia species, it possesses a powerful sting and excellent eyesight.
Did You Know?
Unlike most ants, bull ant workers hunt individually rather than cooperatively, relying on their keen vision.
Black Swallowtail
Black butterfly with yellow spot bands and blue hindwing patches; orange and black eyespot on each hindwing. Common in gardens across eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars extend a foul-smelling orange forked organ called an osmeterium when threatened.