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Viceroy

Limenitis archippus

Taxonomy

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

About

The viceroy (Limenitis archippus) is a North American butterfly that ranges through most of the contiguous United States as well as parts of Canada and Mexico. The westernmost portion of its range extends from the Northwest Territories along the eastern edges of the Cascade Range and Sierra Nevada mountains, southwards into central Mexico. Its easternmost range extends along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of North America from Nova Scotia into Texas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Viceroy?
The scientific name of Viceroy is Limenitis archippus.
What kingdom does Viceroy belong to?
Viceroy belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Viceroy belong to?
Viceroy belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Viceroy belong to?
Viceroy belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Viceroy belong to?
Viceroy belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Viceroy belong to?
Viceroy belongs to the family Nymphalidae.
What genus does Viceroy belong to?
Viceroy belongs to the genus Limenitis.