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Monarch Butterfly??
#271952 Apr 1st, 2009 at 07:26 PM
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I've seen lots of them,, But finally had my camera with me today

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I think He/she was trying to get a drink from the condensation on the solar ball, :wink:

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Re: Monarch Butterfly??
angelblossom #271954 Apr 1st, 2009 at 08:30 PM
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Diane - those pictures are terrific! thumbup

I do, however believe it is a "Painted Lady" butterfly, and not a Monarch.

"Painted Ladies"

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Re: Monarch Butterfly??
plants 'n pots #275979 Apr 22nd, 2009 at 04:05 PM
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Yes that's a Painted Lady, there caterpillars eat Thistle.

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