Unveiling the Mesmerizing Beauty: 8 Exquisite Butterfly Species of the USA!

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1. Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) 

The Monarch's iconic orange and black wings are unforgettable. Its astonishing migration from Canada and the US to Mexican wintering sites is a true marvel. 

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2. Eastern Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio glaucus) 

With its bold yellow and black stripes, the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail is a garden favorite, often spotted fluttering gracefully around flowers. 

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3. Painted Lady Butterfly (Vanessa cardui) 

A masterpiece of orange, black, and white, the Painted Lady embarks on impressive migrations across the continent, adorning gardens and fields. 

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4. Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes) 

Elegant black wings with vivid yellow accents make the Black Swallowtail a common sight in gardens, often laying eggs on parsley and dill.

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5. Gulf Fritillary (Agraulis vanillae) 

The Gulf Fritillary's orange wings with silver markings resemble art. Found in the southern US, it's a frequent visitor to tropical habitats.

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6. Pipevine Swallowtail (Battus philenor) 

Iridescent blue or green-black wings set the Pipevine Swallowtail apart. Native to the Southeast, it thrives alongside its host plant, the pipevine.

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7.Western Swallowtail (Papilio rutulus) 

Yellow wings adorned with black stripes characterize the Western Swallowtail, found in diverse habitats across the western US.

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8. Zebra Longwing (Heliconius charithonia) 

While not exclusive to the US, the Zebra Longwing graces southern states like Florida with its black and white striped wings.

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