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Danaus plexippus
The Monarch Butterfly is a Milkweed butterfly in the family Nymphalidae. The Monarch is famous for its southward migration from Canada to Mexico. Monarchs are one of the most common butterflies in the U.S and can have a wide range of colors and patterns on their wings.
The Monarch can be found in a big range of places such as fields, meadows, gardens, and roadsides.
Spotted on Apr 21, 2013
Submitted on Apr 21, 2013