Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) displayed on a white background. Its wings are bright orange with black veins and white spots along the edges. The body is black with small white markings. This species is known for its long migratory patterns across North America. The vibrant coloration serves as a warning to predators about its unpalatability due to toxins ingested during its larval stage from milkweed plants (Asclepias spp.).
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