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Newly eclosed female monarch butterfly in the garden

Monarches butterfly food source is nectar from flowers

Monarch butterfly sanctuary in San José del Rincón, State of Mexico. Each year, butterflies travel more than 2,500 miles from the forests of the United States and Canada, where they reproduce, to the forests of central Mexico, where they hibernate. Mexico has a protected natural area known as the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere, located in the states of Michoacán and the State of Mexico. It is currently recognized by UNESCO as a natural world heritage site.

A beautiful monarch butterfly, flying from blossom to blossom of a butterfly bush.

a blue-spotted butterfly resting elegantly

Close-up of a beautiful butterfly. Viewed at Butterfly Gardens located in Victoria, British Columbia.

Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus), with open wings, on a green leaf

Yellow butterfly on a flower in the garden. Close-up.

A monarch butterfly, take a break on a leave in the jungle of Guatemala.

Monarch butterfly shooted in Guadalajara, Jalisco

A beautiful monarch butterfly, feeding on the flowers of a butterfly bush.

$Monarch butterfly \n(Danaus plexippus)$

$Tiger Longwing (Heliconius hecale) Found throughout tropical regions of Central and South America, Heliconius hecale is notable for its advanced cognitive abilities—particularly spatial memory used to revisit favored feeding sites. This behavior makes it a valuable model in studies on insect learning and memory.\nUnlike most butterfly species, the Tiger Longwing has an extended adult lifespan of up to six months, attributed to its pollen-rich diet. Pollen not only enhances longevity but also contributes defensive compounds that deter predators—a classic case of chemically mediated aposematism.\nWith its striking black, orange, and yellow patterning, H. hecale is also used in mimicry studies, as it participates in Müllerian mimicry rings with other toxic species. Its ecological role extends to pollination, linking its survival strategies to broader tropical biodiversity dynamics.$

Mature Adult, Animal Body Part, Animal Shell, Animal Skin, Change

Monarch butterfly sitting on a tropical flower.

Orange butterfly danaus plexippus on red background

$Butterflies play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance by acting as pollinators, supporting plant reproduction, and contributing to biodiversity. Their presence indicates a healthy environment, making them essential for sustainable ecosystems. Protecting butterfly habitats is a step toward a greener and more balanced planet.\nLocation: Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (India)$