Discover where to find a red-spotted purple butterfly. See what the butterfly looks like and what host plants will bring one ...

Red Admiral (Image: Butterfly Conservation) This large black and red butterfly is a speedy flier that loves gardens. Check out patches of nettles, where they lay their eggs. Peacock (Image: Butterfly ...

Some species have experienced drastic population losses: The red admiral butterfly, known for landing on people, is down 44%. The American lady butterfly, recognized by its eyespots, has declined 58%.

according to research spanning hundreds of species from the red admiral butterfly to the American lady to the cabbage white. Data from about 76,000 butterfly surveys conducted by various groups ...