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Tuesday, October 8, 2019

The Monarchs Are Migrating

The Monarchs have begun their long journey to Mexico.
Every fall, millions of Monarch butterflies leave their summer breading grounds,
and travel upwards of 3,000 miles to overwinter in Mexico.
I was privileged to watch and photograph these beautiful butterflies last weekend.
I was amazed at the excellent condition of their wings and their bright vibrant colors.
They are attracted to the goldenrod that grows close to the ocean.
Each of these pictures is of a different butterfly.








I have more to share, for another day!

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20 comments:

  1. eileeninmdOctober 8, 2019 at 5:35 AM

    Hello, your Monarch photos are gorgeous. great captures. I was happy to see some passing through my yard. Enjoy your day and have a happy week ahead!

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  2. David M. Gascoigne,October 8, 2019 at 6:17 AM

    Goldenrod is a great source of food for many insects, Monarchs being no exception.

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  3. Author R. Mac WheelerOctober 8, 2019 at 7:37 AM

    I don't know whether to squeee or swoon

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  4. Brian KingOctober 8, 2019 at 7:39 AM

    That's some gorgeous detail in the wings! Beautiful photos!

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  5. NataliaOctober 8, 2019 at 7:51 AM

    Beautiful close ups, you can see every detail ☺

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  6. italiafinlandiaOctober 8, 2019 at 8:28 AM

    Gorgeous shots! Here in the north butterflies are over... only cranes fly southbound.

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  7. Changes in the windOctober 8, 2019 at 9:39 AM

    Wonderful pictures!

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  8. R's RueOctober 8, 2019 at 9:58 AM

    Beautiful.

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  9. Marie SmithOctober 8, 2019 at 10:03 AM

    Spectacular creatures and photos! They are a marvel for sure. Their wings are perfect which is unlike any butterflies we’ve seen here recently!

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  10. 21 WitsOctober 8, 2019 at 10:54 AM

    They are beautiful and you capture them well!

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  11. LindaOctober 8, 2019 at 11:36 AM

    Some of them arrived in the DFW Metroplex over the weekend!

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  12. SallyOctober 8, 2019 at 11:38 AM

    So beautiful!

    xoxo

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  13. Sue (this n that)October 8, 2019 at 4:03 PM

    They're in such perfect condition, as you mentioned. So beautiful

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  14. Lowcarb team memberOctober 8, 2019 at 4:15 PM

    So beautiful, fabulous photographs Debbie.

    All the best Jan

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  15. Ruth HiebertOctober 8, 2019 at 7:44 PM

    They look to be in perfect shape. ready for that long journey.

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  16. ConniecrafterOctober 8, 2019 at 10:28 PM

    Oh wow Debbie, you sure did get some Awesome up close pictures didn't you, holy cow you can see every detail in their wings that is so cool, they sure did enjoy that goldenrod didn't they :) Wonderful!!

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  17. Louca por porcelanaOctober 9, 2019 at 6:48 AM

    WOW! Amazing!!!

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  18. JennOctober 9, 2019 at 5:54 PM

    Pretty amazing how far they go! Great photos!

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  19. Maria RodriguesOctober 9, 2019 at 6:53 PM

    Thank's for sharing these stunning photos!!!
    Maria

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  20. LeAnnOctober 9, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    These photos are stunning of these beautiful creations that you have had a hand it. Loved them all and they brightened my day.
    Big hugs for you!

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