Monarch Flashcard

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What is the OE Parasite and how does it affect monarch butterflies?

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The OE Parasite (Ophryocystis elektroscirrha) is a protozoan that infects monarch butterflies, causing them to become sick and affecting their ability to fly and reproduce.

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What is the best way to attract monarch butterflies to your yard?

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Planting milkweed in the yard is the best way to attract monarch butterflies, as it serves as a food source for caterpillars and a habitat for adult butterflies.

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What emerges from a monarch butterfly egg?

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A larva, commonly known as a caterpillar, emerges from a monarch butterfly egg.

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What is an instar in the context of insect development?

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An instar is a phase between two periods of molting in the development of an insect larva (caterpillar).

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How long does a monarch butterfly typically stay in the chrysalis stage?

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A monarch butterfly typically stays in the chrysalis stage for about 2 weeks.

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What role does milkweed play in the life cycle of monarch butterflies?

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Milkweed serves as the primary food source for monarch caterpillars and is essential for their growth and development.

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What are the stages of the monarch butterfly life cycle?

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The stages of the monarch butterfly life cycle include egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult butterfly.

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How does the OE Parasite affect the migration of monarch butterflies?

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The OE Parasite can weaken monarch butterflies, making them less capable of migrating long distances, which is crucial for their survival.

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What is the significance of the chrysalis stage in a monarch's life cycle?

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The chrysalis stage is significant because it is the transformation phase where the caterpillar undergoes metamorphosis to become an adult butterfly.

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What environmental factors can impact the population of monarch butterflies?

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Environmental factors such as habitat loss, pesticide use, climate change, and availability of milkweed can significantly impact the population of monarch butterflies.