Monarch Butterfly

Description:

The Monarch is a butterfly native to the Americas and I have seen it many times in North America, Central America and South America.
The fact that I saw this butterfly in Portugal is the first time I have seen it in Europe.

Ferragudo, Algarve, Portugal, 2 June 2023

Species:
Monarch Butterfly
Scientific Name:
Danaus plexippus
Dutch Name:
Monarchvlinder
Family Name:
Nymphalidae-Danainae (Milkweed Butterflies)
Type of animal:
Butterflies (Lepidoptera - Heterocera)
Place/Location:
Ferragudo, Algarve
Country/State:
Portugal
Continent/Region:
Europe