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Danaus

Danaus

9.5
A group of butterflies that includes the monarch and other milkweed butterflies
  • noun
  • /ˈdeɪnəʊs/
  • Specialized
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  • Monarch butterflies, classified under the genus Danaus, are famous for their long migrations.

Examples

  • Monarch butterflies, classified under the genus Danaus, are famous for their long migrations.

  • The Danaus genus includes several well-known butterfly species found around the world.

  • Scientists studied the evolutionary history of Danaus to understand butterfly migration.

  • The Danaus genus is known for its beautiful patterns.

  • Have you ever seen a Danaus butterfly in the wild?

  • The Danaus genus includes several well-known butterfly species found around the world.

  • Scientists studied the evolutionary history of Danaus to understand butterfly migration.

Compounds

Danaus plexippus
  • Specialized
9.2

A large orange and black butterfly that flies long distances and whose caterpillars eat milkweed

Surface Forms

Danaus singular
Danauses plural

Etymology

The word Danaus comes from the ancient Greek name Danaos, a mythical king who led his daughters to a new land and was a 'leader' figure. A helpful way to remember it is that many Danaus butterflies, like the monarch, make long journeys, so the name fits their migrations.