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    Butterflies are winged insects from the lepidopteran suborder Rhopalocera, characterized by large, often brightly coloured wings that often fold together when at rest, and a conspicuous, fluttering flight. The group comprises the superfamilies Hedyloidea (moth-butterflies in the Americas) and Papilionoidea (all others).

  3. May 3, 2024 · butterfly, (superfamily Papilionoidea), any of numerous species of insects belonging to multiple families. Butterflies, along with the moths and the skippers, make up the insect order Lepidoptera. Butterflies are nearly worldwide in their distribution.

  4. Oct 15, 2010 · Butterfly: A Life | National Geographic. Great Migrations: Rhythm of Life: http://channel.nationalgeographic.com... Check out the lifecycle of a monarch butterfly - from pupa to adult. ...more ...

  5. There are about 17,500 species of butterflies in the world, and around 750 species in the United States. Distinctive characteristics. Butterflies (and moths) are the only group of insects that have scales covering their wings, although some butterflies have reduced scales.

  6. Mar 13, 2024 · So here is a quick guide to butterfly identification for 27 of the common species in North America, complete with pictures and a little bit about each species (from their immature forms to their diet and life cycles).

  7. Jun 1, 2024 · Monarch butterfly, member of the milkweed butterfly group known for its large size, its orange and black wings, and its long annual migrations. Monarchs are found primarily in North, Central, and South America but also occur intermittently in other parts of the world.

  8. Learn about butterflies and moths, their lifespans, and importance as pollinators. Get info about butterfly research and conservation.

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