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Danaus plexippus
Family: Nymphalidae, Subfamily: Danainae. Female. Wingspan: 8.9 - 10.2 cm (3 1/2 - 4 inches) This was the largest one I have seen. Recognizable orange and black pattern. Feeds on goldenrod and white aster flowers. Host: Milkweed
Meadows and fields with abundant flowers and weeds
Photo #3. Ready for take off. It is stationary with wing movement. Cool!
Spotted on Oct 17, 2012
Submitted on Oct 18, 2012
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