Buckeye Butterfly: How to Identify the Common Buckeye
The common buckeye butterfly (Junonia coenia) is a brown butterfly with big, target-like eyespots on all four wings and two…
Jim Hunt
Hi there, I'm Jim, and welcome to Butterfly Boogie! My fascination with butterflies - from their vibrant colors to their graceful flights - inspired me to create this space. Here, I share insights on how to welcome these delightful creatures into your garden and understand their significance in nature. My goal is to help you create a little sanctuary for them in your own backyard. So, if you're looking to bring more beauty and butterflies into your life, you're in the right place!
Monarch Parasites by the Numbers: OE, Tachinid Flies and Wasps
Monarch butterfly parasites fall into three main groups: the OE protozoan, tachinid flies and parasitic wasps. In a study of…
Tropical vs Native Milkweed: What the OE Data Says
In the tropical vs native milkweed debate, the data points one way: plant native milkweed. If you already grow tropical…
Which Monarch Generation Is This? A Month-by-Month Guide
Eastern monarch butterflies run through several generations a year: up to four short-lived summer generations, then one long-lived migratory generation….
Monarch Butterflies in Mexico: The Sanctuaries and When to Visit
Every fall, eastern monarch butterflies fly 2,000 to 3,000 miles to a handful of mountaintops in central Mexico, according to…
Glasswing Butterfly: Why Its Wings Are See-Through
The glasswing butterfly (Greta oto) has wings you can see straight through, with clear panels framed by thin brown borders….
Butterfly Feeder Guide: What Actually Brings Butterflies In
A butterfly feeder is a small dish, sponge or fruit tray that offers adult butterflies sugar in a form they…
Viceroy Butterfly: How to Tell It From a Monarch
The viceroy butterfly (Limenitis archippus) is the orange-and-black butterfly people most often mistake for a monarch. The fastest way to…
Monarch Butterfly Grove Guide: Where to See Them in California
A monarch butterfly grove is a winter roost where thousands of western monarchs hang in dense clusters from the same…
Cocoons for Butterflies: A Complete Guide
Searching for “cocoons for butterflies” is one of the most common butterfly mix-ups on the internet, and the confusion makes…