Monarch caterpillars, despite their bright and warning coloration and the toxins they store from milkweed plants, do have several predators. Here are some of them.
Brush-footed Butterflies (Nymphalidae)
Brush-footed Butterflies include Monarchs, Emperors, Admirals, Tortoiseshells, and Fritillaries, and nearly 6000 other species.
How to Tell Male from Female Monarch Butterflies?
if you see a Monarch butterfly with small black spots on the hind wings and slightly thinner black webbing, it’s a male. If the black webbing is thicker and there are no spots on the hind wings, it’s a female.
The Viceroy Butterfly: A Master of Mimicry
The Viceroy’s claim to fame is its uncanny resemblance to the Monarch butterfly, which shares similar orange and black color patterns.
What Does it Mean When You See a Monarch Butterfly?
The Monarch butterfly, she realized, was a symbol of transformation, a sign that it was possible to evolve, change, and become more than what you once were.
El Espectacular Viaje de la Mariposa Monarca a Michoacán, México
En Michoacán, los árboles se visten de naranja y negro, creando un paisaje sobrecogedor.
The Spectacular Journey of the Monarch Butterfly to Michoacán, Mexico
The arrival of the monarch butterflies in Michoacán is a celebration of resilience, determination, and the beauty of nature.
Monarch Status – July 2023
The majestic Monarch butterflies are gracing us with their presence, embarking on a remarkable journey that leaves no one untouched.
How Does a Monarch Caterpillar Know When to Pupate?
She wasn’t just a caterpillar who listened to her tummy; she was a butterfly who trusted her instincts.