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Queen (Danaus gilippus)
Family: Brush-footed Butterfly (Nymphalidae)
Subfamily: Milkweed Butterfly (Danainae)
Average Wingspan: 2 5/8" - 3 7/8"
Habitat: Open areas, fields, deserts, pastures
Plants That Attract This Butterfly
- Nectar Plants (What is this?)
Butterfly Bush, Lantana, Common Milkweed, Blood Flower, Swamp Milkweed , Zinnia - Host Plants (What is this?)
Butterfly Milkweed, Common Milkweed, Blood Flower, Swamp Milkweed
* May not be available for purchase at your local nursery.
Note: Always check a plant's Hardiness Zone to make sure it will grow in your area. (What Is My Hardiness Zone?)
Butterfly Flight Range Map
Photo Credits:
Male (open wing) - Fred Miller
Male (closed wing) - Fred Miller
Caterpillar - Regina Cutter Edwards
Chrysalis - Fred Miller
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