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"The life cycle of the monarch butterfly begins when it is a tiny egg clinging to a leaf. In time, it goes through a transformation called metamorphosis to become a butterfly, and in the fall, it can migrate almost 100 miles each day. In this book, follow the story of one monarch butterfly and elarn about what it eats, how it grows, and more."--Dust jacket flap.

"From iridescent blue swallowtails and brilliant orange monarchs to the world's tiniest butterfly (Western Pygmy Blue) and the largest (Queen Alexandra's Birdwing), an incredible variety of butterflies are described in this poetic illustrated book"-- Provided by publisher.

"Provides information for readers about a butterfly's home, food, and body"--Provided by publisher.

"Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon invites readers to explore the world of butterflies and moths with fascinating facts and stunning full-color photographs. Learn where to find butterflies and moths, how to observe them in nature, and how to plant your very own butterfly garden!"--Amazon.com.

Introduces the reader to butterflies and explains the roles they play in the environment.

Describes the behavior, habitat, and life cycle of butterflies.

Photographs and text provide an introduction to butterflies, explaining what they look like, how they grow, what they eat, and where they live, and discussing their enemies and relationship to people.

A guide to help identify various butterflies, using the Peterson System of identification.

Describes the appearance, life cycle, habits, habitat, and winter migration of butterflies.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of butterflies and moths. Created in partnership with the American Museum of Natural History, it covers everything from biology to conservation. Readers can observe each stage of metamorphosis, watch butterflies feed in a tropical rainforest, follow monarchs on their long migration, and shadow scientists to see how they work with butterflies and moths.