The Special Connection Between Monarch Butterflies and Milkweed Plants
Did you know that Monarch Butterflies must lay their eggs on Milkweed plants?
The Monarch Butterfly, Described.
Turn on your favorite Web Reader, and close your eyes, as Johnny describes the Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus).
- Activities | Botany | Butterfly Farming | Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) | Monarch (Danaus plexippus)
Growing Butterflyweed From Seeds (KIDS ONLY)
Today, we’ll learn how to grow beautiful Asclepias Tuberosa, commonly known as Butterfly Weed. These vibrant flowers attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators to your garden.
What Can My Girl Scout Troop Do to Save the Endangered Monarch Butterfly?
Helping to save the endangered monarch butterfly is a fantastic project for a Girl Scout troop. Here are some ideas and activities your troop can undertake to make a positive impact.
- Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae) | Passionvines | Paw Paws (Asimina) | Swallowtails (Papilionidae) | Zebra Longwing (Heliconius charithonia) | Zebra Swallowtail (Protographium marcellus)
What’s the Difference Between a Zebra Swallowtail and a Zebra Longwing?
The Zebra Swallowtail and the Zebra Longwing are both butterfly species known for their striking black and white striped patterns. While they share some similarities, there are several key differences between them.
Do Monarch Butterflies Really “Migrate”? Or Are They Simply “Avoiding the Cold”?
Are Monarch Butterflies really migrating? Or just avoiding the cold?
- Butterflies (Papilionoidea) | Butterfly Farming | Monarch (Danaus plexippus) | New Farmers | Urban Butterfly Farming
How Can I Create a Monarch Butterfly Waystation?
A Monarch Butterfly Waystation is a designated area that provides essential resources for monarch butterflies during their migration and breeding cycles. Creating a Monarch Butterfly Waystation involves meeting certain requirements to ensure the availability of food, shelter, and breeding habitats for monarch butterflies. Here are the key elements typically needed for a Monarch Butterfly Waystation:…
Are There Other Common Names for the Monarch Butterfly?
Yes, there are a few more common names for the Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) used in different regions and contexts. Some additional common names for the Monarch butterfly include: 1. Milkweed Butterfly This name refers to the Monarch’s close association with milkweed plants, which are the primary food source for Monarch caterpillars. 2. Wanderer The…
