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Monarch on Common Boneset, Marion County, Illinois. (Editorial Use Only)
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Monarch on Common Boneset, Marion County, Illinois. (Editorial Use Only)
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In this photograph, a Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) gracefully alights on a cluster of Common Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) in Marion County, Illinois. The vibrant orange and black wings of the Monarch contrast beautifully against the lush green foliage of the boneset, creating a stunning visual display. Monarch butterflies are renowned for their long-distance migration, traveling up to 3,000 miles from their breeding grounds in Canada and the United States to their wintering sites in Mexico. During their journey, they rely on various milkweed and nectar plants, such as Common Boneset, to sustain them. Common Boneset, also known as Eupatorium perfoliatum, is a native wildflower that is commonly found in wetlands, meadows, and along roadsides throughout North America. The plant is characterized by its tall, branching stems and white, pink, or purple flowers that bloom from mid-summer to fall. The plant's common name comes from the belief that it could be used to set broken bones, as it was traditionally used in herbal medicine. This photograph, taken by Danita Delimont, captures the delicate balance between the Monarch butterfly and its host plant, Common Boneset, in the natural beauty of Marion County, Illinois. The image serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving these important habitats for the survival of Monarch butterflies and other pollinators.
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