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Plain Tiger Butterfly

Danaus chrysippus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Nymphalidae ›Genus: Danaus

About

Danaus chrysippus, also known as the plain tiger or African monarch, is a medium-sized butterfly widespread in Asia and Africa. It belongs to the Danainae subfamily of the brush-footed butterfly family Nymphalidae. Danainae primarily consume plants in the genus Asclepias, more commonly called milkweed. Milkweed contains toxic compounds, cardenolides, which are often consumed and stored by many butterflies. Because of their emetic properties, the plain tiger is unpalatable to most predators. As a result, the species'...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Plain Tiger Butterfly?
The scientific name of Plain Tiger Butterfly is Danaus chrysippus.
What is the conservation status of Plain Tiger Butterfly?
The Plain Tiger Butterfly has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Plain Tiger Butterfly belong to?
Plain Tiger Butterfly belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Plain Tiger Butterfly belong to?
Plain Tiger Butterfly belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Plain Tiger Butterfly belong to?
Plain Tiger Butterfly belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Plain Tiger Butterfly belong to?
Plain Tiger Butterfly belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Plain Tiger Butterfly belong to?
Plain Tiger Butterfly belongs to the family Nymphalidae.
What genus does Plain Tiger Butterfly belong to?
Plain Tiger Butterfly belongs to the genus Danaus.