This article delves into the significance of milkweed, the challenges with purchasing grown plants, and a guide to starting milkweed from seed.
Butterflies (Papilionoidea)
Superfamily which contains all butterflies
The Queen Butterfly: A Regal Inhabitant of North American Skies
The Queen butterfly (*Danaus gilippus*), with its majestic name and captivating appearance, is one of North America’s most fascinating lepidopteran inhabitants.
Do Monarch Caterpillars Sleep?
Monarch caterpillars, like other insects, do not “sleep” in the same way mammals do. However, they do have periods of rest and inactivity.
What is a Butterfly Caterpillar “Instar”?
An “instar” refers to the developmental stage of insects that undergo incomplete metamorphosis, such as butterflies, between molts
Black Swallowtail Caterpillar Stages
The Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes) caterpillar undergoes a series of developmental stages, much like other butterflies. This process is known as metamorphosis, and for butterflies, it encompasses four primary stages: 1. Egg The life of a Black Swallowtail begins as a tiny, spherical, cream-colored egg. The female butterfly usually lays […]
Monarch Butterfly Fun Facts
Monarch butterflies are truly fascinating creatures with plenty of quirks to learn about.
Are Monarch Butterflies Poisonous to Humans?
Monarch butterflies are not directly poisonous to humans, but they contain toxic compounds called cardenolides or cardiac glycosides due to their larval consumption of Milkweed plants
How Many Eggs Can a Monarch Butterfly Lay?
A female Monarch butterfly can lay hundreds of eggs over her lifetime.