![]() There are three species of Monarch Butterflies. Danaus refers to a genus of butterflies and plexippus refers to the specific Monarch Butterfly species. Their scientific name is Danaus plexippus. Monarch Butterflies are in the Insecta Class and belong to the Nymphalidae Family. Image: Ashley Haugen Monarch Butterfly Scientific name Note the caterpillar poop, called frass, can be seen on the leaves below. Monarch caterpillars feed exclusively on milkweed plants. ![]() Female Monarchs lay their eggs on milkweed plants.Losing their habitats is one of the biggest threats faced by Monarchs.During migration, Monarchs may fly thousands of miles. ![]()
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