Oklahoma wildlife
Monarch chrysalis
Danaus plexippus
Monarch chrysalises are jade green with gold dots, found on milkweed stems.
See the Monarch chrysalis up close
Best months
Aug · Sep · Oct
Typical timing is late summer to early fall; check local monarch monitoring reports for peak.
Where to look
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, OKTallgrass Prairie Preserve, OK
Conservation status
Monarch populations are declining; see official monitoring reports.
Good to know
Where exactly should I look for monarch chrysalises?
Look on milkweed plants, especially under leaves or on stems in prairie habitats and wildlife refuges.
How can I tell a monarch chrysalis from other butterfly chrysalises?
Monarch chrysalises are a distinctive jade green with tiny gold dots along the upper rim.
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