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The Monarch Butterfly Is More Than an Orange Beauty
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The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is one of the most iconic insects in the natural world.
A Very Special Yellow Butterfly: The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
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The yellow butterfly gives other insects a masterclass in adaptation, camouflage and transformation. One yellow butterfly in particular stands out: the eastern tiger swallowtail.
Full Sun Perennials
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Plant full sun perennials if your garden gets at least six hours of sunlight a day. Learn about the types of full sun perennials at HowStuffWorks.
5 Types of Butterflies Brightening Lives Around the World
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Butterflies may look more delicate than other insects, but they’re tough travelers and expert survivalists. From gardens to jungles, there are so many types of butterflies are everywhere—flashing colors, fluttering wings, and fueling ecosystems along the way.
Swallowtail Butterfly Species Are as Picky as They Are Pretty
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Few insects are as eye-catching as the swallowtail butterfly. Known for their vibrant colors and uniquely shaped hind wings, swallowtails belong to the family Papilionidae and are found worldwide except in the Arctic regions.
Venomous vs. Poisonous: Is There a Difference?
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Venomous and poisonous mean very different things and are often used incorrectly. We'll clear up the confusion.
Red Admiral Butterfly: Found All the Way from Europe to Hawaii
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If you've ever taken a springtime stroll through a park or garden, you might have seen a fast, darting flash of orange and black zip past your face. That bold little flier is likely the red admiral butterfly, a widespread member of the Vanessa genus.
Natural Weed Killers Make Gardening Safe and Easy
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The bane of every gardener's existence, weeds can easily and safely be controlled with non-toxic ingredients that you find around the house.
15 Butterfly Species to Spot on (Almost) Every Continent
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Butterflies aren't just colorful decorations fluttering around flowers. They are one of the most diverse groups of insects, with more than 17,000 known species.
Can You Name All of These American Wildflowers?
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Tom Petty said, "You belong among the wildflowers." But would you be able to name them if you saw them in an image? Check out the ones we've put together, and see how well you know the wildflowers of America!