Monarch butterflies are important pollinators
An indicator species, their population numbers provide insight into pollinator ecosystem health across North America
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Plant Wildflowers
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Family: Nymphalidae (Brush-footed butterflies)
Caterpillar Habitat: Milkweed Patches
Butterfly Habitat: Open fields, meadows, prairies, and other areas with wildflowers
Caterpillar Diet: Exclusively milkweed leaves
Butterfly Diet: Nectar from a variety of flowers
Lifecycle:
Migration:
Threats:
Conservation Status: IUCN Red List - VULNERABLE