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monarch butterfly
noun
: a large migratory American butterfly (Danaus plexippus) that has orange-brown wings with black veins and borders and a larva that feeds on milkweed
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Activities for all ages include painting rocks to decorate your pollinator gardens, crafts and education on monarch butterflies and a variety of yard care and repair tips and tricks for the adults out there.
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Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026
Although supporters have petitioned for several species found in Idaho to gain federal protection, only the monarch butterfly is considered a candidate for endangered or threatened species status.
—Idaho Statesman, 22 Apr. 2026
Are monarch butterflies endangered?
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Neal notes that the flowers produce a rich nectar source for pollinators, including monarch butterflies.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
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Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026
Although supporters have petitioned for several species found in Idaho to gain federal protection, only the monarch butterfly is considered a candidate for endangered or threatened species status.
—Idaho Statesman, 22 Apr. 2026
Are monarch butterflies endangered?
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Neal notes that the flowers produce a rich nectar source for pollinators, including monarch butterflies.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
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“Monarch butterfly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/monarch%20butterfly. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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