The Traveler’s Wings: Swallowtails and the Journey of Transformation

Some butterflies are bound to a single place, fluttering in the same fields for a lifetime. But the Swallowtail Butterfly is different—it is a wanderer, a traveler, a symbol of movement and transformation.

In this episode of Gleam of Butterflies, we follow the Swallowtail’s global journey across continents, unravel its mystical symbolism in different cultures, and explore how its unique tail-like wings are more than just beauty—they are a survival masterpiece.

🦋 How has the Swallowtail adapted to nearly every continent?

🦋 What do ancient cultures believe about this butterfly?

🦋 Why are its long tails an evolutionary advantage?

Join Adrian Adair, The King of Butterflies, as we chase the flight of one of the world’s most graceful and enduring butterflies.