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Monarch Butterfly

Danaus plexippus

Photo by annorion
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Field Notes

Description:

The Monarch butterfly (9-10cm) is easily recognized by it striking orange color outlined in black. It also has a distinctive outer band of black with white dots. Its host plant is milkweed.

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Comments (2)
annorion
Thanks Nicole! I was thrilled just to get a shot. I had seen several throughout the day but none except this guy would pause for a photo.
NicoleB
Beautiful shot! I love the light!

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Monarch Migration
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PublishedDecember 19, 2011

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