Characteristics of Monarch Butterfly
Habitat
Gardens, meadows, and fields
Diet
Herbivorous - milkweed and nectar
Lifespan
2-6 weeks
Weight
0.4-0.5 g
Length
Region
North and South America
Interesting Facts about Monarch Butterfly
1
Monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles each year
2
They taste with their feet
3
Their wings contain scales that create their distinctive patterns
4
A monarch's heart beats about 100 times per minute
5
They can fly up to 25 miles per hour
6
Monarchs are poisonous to predators due to their diet of milkweed
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