I think I found a family of monarch butterfly cocoons #shortvideo #butterfly

There are several species of butterflies that can be found in Arizona, and some of them build cocoons as part of their life cycle. Cocoons are protective structures that some insects, including butterflies, use to enclose and protect themselves during the pupal stage of their development.

One species of butterfly that is commonly found in Arizona and that builds a cocoon is the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus). Monarch butterflies are orange and black butterflies that are known for their long migrations and their preference for milkweed plants.

During the pupal stage of their development, monarch butterflies build a cocoon by spinning a silk-like substance around their body. The cocoon provides protection from predators and environmental stresses, and it also helps to support the butterfly as it undergoes metamorphosis and transforms into an adult.

Other species of butterflies that can be found in Arizona and that build cocoons include the painted lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui) and the red admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta). These species are also known for their colorful, distinctive appearance and their preference for nectar-producing flowers.

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