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.
Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae)
Brush-footed Butterflies include Monarchs, Emperors, Admirals, Tortoiseshells, and Fritillaries, and nearly 6000 other species.
Do Monarch Butterflies Really “Migrate”? Or Are They Simply “Avoiding the Cold”?
Are Monarch Butterflies really migrating? Or just avoiding the cold?
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 […]
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 […]
Will the Monarch Butterfly Survive?
The survival of the Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is uncertain, as their populations have declined dramatically in recent years. The main factors contributing to their decline include habitat loss, climate change, pesticide use, and disease. However, there are efforts underway to conserve and protect monarch butterfly populations. The U.S. Fish […]
Should We Plant More Milkweed?
Yes, planting more milkweed can be beneficial for both the environment and the conservation of Monarch Butterflies (Danaus plexippus). Milkweed is the only plant on which monarch butterflies lay their eggs, and it is also the primary food source for monarch caterpillars. However, the loss of milkweed habitat due to […]
Sandhill Milkweed Success in the Gulf States
Sandhill Milkweed (also known as Pinewoods Milkweed, Sprawling Milkweed, or Pink-Veined Milkweed) is a species of Milkweed plant native to the Southeastern United States. Milkweed species are required by the endangered Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus). Its scientific name is Asclepias humistrata, which is made of the Latin humis, or “sprawling,” and sternere, […]
The Many Names of Asclepias Tuberosa
Most commonly known as “Butterflyweed,” Asclepias tuberosa might be the most widely distributed milkweed species in North America. It is certainly native to most areas of North America. Other names include “Orange Butterflyweed,” and “Butterfly Milkweed,” both of which are accurate, in that they are orange, and butterflies love them, […]