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Monarch

Danaus plexippus

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Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

1 years

Length

5 cm

Weight

0 g

Trend

↓ Decreasing

About

作为世界上最令人叹为观止的迁徙昆虫之一，帝王蝶（Danaus plexippus）在北美北部繁殖地和墨西哥山地森林越冬地之间进行多代往返迁徙，距离长达 4,800 千米。鲜艳的橙黑翅膀警告捕食者：其毒性来自幼虫期取食的乳草。由于繁殖地丧失、农药和气候变化，越冬种群自 1990 年代以来已减少 80% 以上，被列为濒危物种。

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 (动物界).

What are the closest relatives of Monarch?

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