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Monarch Butterfly

Danaus plexippus

Photo by MickGrant
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Milkweed Butterflies Wingspan 8.9-10.2cm (3.5-4.0") Orange with black veins and borders - black borders have two rows of white spots.

Habitat:

Sunny gardens and roadside verges - parks and river margins.

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Comments (2)
NicoleB
This is such a Beauty! I just love it when they have such intriguing patterns and strong colours! Lovely shots!

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PublishedAugust 16, 2011

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