Gulf Fritillary: A Spotlight on Maypop Purple Passionvine
The Gulf Fritillary’s existence is intimately connected to the genus Passiflora and particularly the Maypop Purple Passionvine.
No Milkweed Plants, No Monarch Butterflies
Monarch butterflies lay eggs only on Milkweed plants. Baby caterpillars hatch and eat only Milkweed. The Milkweed helps them grow. When they are big, they turn into butterflies. Then they lay eggs on Milkweed too. It keeps going like this. No Milkweed, no Monarchs. Buy Milkweed Now:
How Long Does a Monarch Butterfly Live?
The lifespan of a Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) varies depending on the generation and time of year.
- Entomology | Fairy Tales | Florida Viceroy (Limenitis archippus floridensis) | Monarch (Danaus plexippus)
Butterfly Heavyweight Champion Showdown: The Monarch vs. The Viceroy
In one corner, wearing its orange and black, the reigning champion, the Monarch Butterfly! And in the other corner, the spunky up-and-comer wearing a strikingly similar ensemble, the Viceroy Butterfly!
The Queen Butterfly: An Intricate Dance with Its Larval Host Plant
The relationship between the Queen Butterfly (Danaus gilippus) and its larval host plant stands as an exceptional testament to this delicate balance. This bond between an insect and plant has shaped the evolution, lifecycle, and survival strategies of both species
Monarch Butterfly Haiku
1. Veil of orange, gold, Journeying under the sun, Monarch’s flight unfolds. 2. Milkweed’s sweet embrace, Caterpillar’s feast begins, Life’s thread interlaced. 3. Chrysalis whispers, In stillness, transformation, New life delivers. 4. Wings touch sky and bloom, Monarchs, nature’s poetry, Dance in summer’s room.
Is the Monarch Butterfly Endangered?
The Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) has been determined to be a “candidate to be listed as Endangered” by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Species Status Assessment (SSA) Framework.
Monarch Caterpillars: A Delicate Balance of Survival and Loss
Life, in its beautiful and often brutal entirety, can often be likened to the metamorphosis of a butterfly. A symbol of change, hope, and resilience, butterflies embody nature’s grace and tenacity. However, their journey is not an easy one, filled with challenges and predators, especially for the vulnerable caterpillars. Understanding their journey can help us…
