Monarch Butterfly

Among the most recognizable of all butterfly species, the monarch has a distinct colouring and pattern that make it very easy to distinguish. It is no accident, and the vivid orange pattern acts as aposematic coloration, warning predators that the butterfly is toxic due to its milkweed diet. This will help butterflies like this one proliferate, breed, and carry on their species, having at least some form of protection as they migrate throughout their lives.