Danaus plexippus is the scientific name (Genus species name) for the Monarch Butterfly common in the United States (and elsewhere). It is named after Danaus, a king (monarch) from Greek mythology. Plexippus was one of the 50 sons of Aegyptus, the twin brother of Danaus. (Info from Wikipedia)
Danaus plexippus is the scientific name (Genus species name) for the Monarch Butterfly common in the United States (and elsewhere). It is named after Danaus, a king (monarch) from Greek mythology. Plexippus was one of the 50 sons of Aegyptus, the twin brother of Danaus. (Info from Wikipedia)