The Official Idaho State Insect

Monarch

The Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the Idaho state insect. It is a bright orange and black butterfly that is native to Idaho and can be found throughout the United States and Canada. The Monarch butterfly is one of the most recognized butterflies in the world, and is known for its remarkable migration pattern. Every fall, millions of Monarch butterflies migrate from the northern United States and Canada to the central and southern United States and Mexico. During the winter, they hibernate in the warmer climates of Mexico. The Monarch butterfly was designated as the Idaho state insect in 1992. It was chosen to represent Idaho's natural beauty and the importance of protecting the habitat of this and other species. The Monarch butterfly's ability to migrate and survive in changing environments is a symbol of the hardiness, courage, and resilience of the people of Idaho.

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