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Monarch

Danaus plexippus

Not Evaluated ↓

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

1 years

Length

5 cm

Weight

0 g

Trend

↓ Decreasing

About

세계에서 가장 놀라운 이주 곤충 중 하나로, 제왕나비(Danaus plexippus)는 북아메리카 북부의 번식지와 멕시코 산악 산림의 월동지 사이를 최대 4,800 km의 다세대 왕복 이동을 합니다. 선명한 오렌지색과 검은색 날개는 애벌레 때 먹은 유액 식물에서 유래한 독성을 포식자에게 경고합니다. 1990년대 이후 서식지 손실, 농약 및 기후 변화로 인해 월동 개체군이 80% 이상 감소하여 멸종 위기종으로 분류됩니다.

Fun Facts

✨ They can taste with their feet.
✨ Their bright colors warn predators that they are toxic.
✨ No single butterfly completes the entire round-trip migration.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, forests, and vegetated habitats.

🌲 Forest 🌿 Grassland

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (8 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Colombia).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇦 Canada 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Diet & Behavior

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Herbivore

Monarch is classified as herbivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🌿 Herbivore

Plant matter 100%

Full Taxonomy

Nymphalidae (Brush-footed Butterflies)

Genus

Danaus (Milkweed Butterflies)

Species

Danaus plexippus (Monarch)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Mariposa Monarca

French monarque

German Monarch

Similar Species in Danaus

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Common Tiger Butterfly

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Monarch?

The scientific name of Monarch is Danaus plexippus. It belongs to the genus Danaus.

Where does Monarch live?

Monarch is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (8 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Monarch belong to?

Monarch (Danaus plexippus) belongs to the genus Danaus, which is part of the taxonomic family Nymphalidae.

What does Monarch eat?

Monarch is herbivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Monarch live?

Monarch has an average lifespan of approximately 1 years in the wild.

What kingdom does Monarch belong to?

Monarch (Danaus plexippus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Monarch?

The closest relatives of Monarch in the genus Danaus include Common Tiger Butterfly, Queen, African Monarch.