Butterflies worth knowing Garden City, New York, Page & Company c1917, butterflies, Limenitis archippus, The illustration presents the life cycle of a butterfly, prominently featuring the monarch. It highlights several stages: a freshly emerged butterfly with vibrant orange and black wings is perched atop a green leaf, showcasing its delicate beauty. Below, two caterpillars are depicted in various stages of development, including one in the process of becoming a pupa, or chrysalis. The caterpillars exhibit their distinct green and black patterns, with one actively feeding on the leaf. This detailed representation beautifully captures the transformation and stages of development in the life of a butterfly.