The Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) became the "Official Insect" of Texas in (1995).  The Monarch is unique among butterflies, being the only species of butterfly that doesn’t hibernate.   Instead, the Monarch migrates seasonally.  The monarch butterfly is sometimes called the "milkweed butterfly" because its larvae eat the plant.  In fact, milkweed is the only thing the larvae can eat.  If you'd like to attract monarchs to your garden, you can try planting milkweed (if it will grow in your area). The Monarch Butterfly has been proclaimed the official state insect or butterfly in each of the following states:  Texas, Alabama, Idaho, Illinois, Minnesota, Vermont, and West Virginia.

Texas' State Insect - Monarch Butterfly

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