monarch butterflies

Monarch butterflies are striking orange and black insects known for their remarkable migration journey across North America. As caterpillars, they feed on milkweed plants, which also provide chemical defenses against predators. Adult monarchs are strong fliers, capable of migrating thousands of miles to warmer southern regions in the fall, returning north in spring to reproduce. Their migration cycle is a fascinating natural phenomenon, involving multiple generations. Monarchs play an important role in pollination and are a symbol of ecological resilience, but their populations face threats from habitat loss and pesticides, highlighting the need for conservation efforts.