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Identify butterflies and moths from descriptions

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This iconic orange and black butterfly migrates thousands of miles from Canada to Mexico each fall. Its caterpillars feed exclusively on milkweed. What butterfly is this?

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About Butterfly Identification

Identify butterflies and moths from descriptions Butterfly Identification packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.

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  1. 1. This iconic orange and black butterfly migrates thousands of miles from Canada to Mexico each fall. Its caterpillars feed exclusively on milkweed. What butterfly is this?

    Answer: Monarch

  2. 2. This large moth has distinctive eyespots on each of its four wings and a wingspan of up to 6 inches, making it one of the largest moths in North America. What moth is this?

    Answer: Polyphemus Moth

  3. 3. This striking pale green moth has long, sweeping tails on its hindwings and flies only at night. It lives for about one week as an adult and has no mouth. What moth is this?

    Answer: Luna Moth

  4. 4. This small butterfly has bright blue upper wings but grayish-brown underwings. Males are more vividly blue than females. It is common across Europe. What butterfly is this?

    Answer: Common Blue

  5. 5. This butterfly closely mimics the Monarch in color and pattern but can be distinguished by a black line crossing its hindwings. What butterfly is this?

    Answer: Viceroy

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