The magnificent Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the biggest species of butterfly found on Tenerife in the Canary Islands. The yellowish African Migrant is another interesting species that has colonised the island. The African Grass Blue has taken advantage of lawns in the tourist resorts where its caterpillar feeds on the clover that grows in the turf.

Having always wanted a garden area that would attract butterflies our opportunity came when we had to cut down a tree in our yard.

Unfortunately my husband decided that the full grown 19 year old Linden tree could be cut down with out any help from others.

Butterflies have long been used for art and hobbies. The color of their wings has been used in pictures, stained glass, hobby collections and general art and craft projects. This article looks at butterflies. It gives the reader a better understanding of the butterfly and why we cherish them.