Monarch Flashcard

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What emerges from the egg of a monarch butterfly?

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Larva or caterpillar.

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Do monarch butterflies only lay eggs on Milkweed?

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True.

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What is Project Monarch Health?

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A citizen science project.

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What is the pupa stage of a butterfly called?

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Chrysalis.

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Do adult monarch butterflies drink nectar from any species of flower?

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True.

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What is the primary food source for monarch caterpillars?

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Milkweed.

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What is the life cycle stage after the larva stage in monarch butterflies?

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Pupa or chrysalis.

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How long does the monarch butterfly typically live?

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Adult monarchs can live from a few weeks to several months, depending on the generation.

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What is the significance of milkweed for monarch butterflies?

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It is the only plant on which they lay their eggs and the primary food source for caterpillars.

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What role do adult monarch butterflies play in pollination?

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They help pollinate flowers while feeding on nectar.