First Female Monarch From Mexico 2012

March 13, 2012


I saw our first female Monarch from Mexico today!  She was laying eggs on our Family Jewels Milkweed (Asclepias physocarpa).  Overall, I’d say she looked pretty good considering she’s likely been alive for nearly 8 months and has traveled thousands of miles.

When I see these Monarchs from Mexico I have mixed feelings.  On the one hand, I always enjoy seeing them, and happy to know that they have survived for so long.  The sad part is I know these Butterflies are nearing the end of their life after an incredible journey.

First Female Monarch From Mexico 2012

First Female Monarch From Mexico 2012

Female Monarch From Mexico Laying Eggs On Family Jewels Milkweed

Female Monarch From Mexico Laying Eggs On Family Jewels Milkweed

 

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Valerie Evanson - Awesome!!!March 14, 2012 – 10:25 am

texdr - I’m always excited to see this miracle insects back from their long journeyMarch 14, 2012 – 10:12 pm

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