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Guardian of the Garden

Posted on August 25, 2019 by

This Gulf Fritillary has seemingly appointed himself guardian of the garden and regards it as his personal domain. I mean really, doesn’t he look like he’s striking a rather possessive pose? Well, all was well and good until the first … Continue reading →

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Summer’s Here (I’m For That)

Posted on June 24, 2018 by

As I sat down to write this post, words from an old James Taylor song popped into my mind – Summer’s here, I’m for that Got my rubber sandals, got my straw hat Got my cold beer, I’m just glad … Continue reading →

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Loitering at the Lantana

Posted on September 3, 2017 by

When I was out in the front yard with Tucker this morning (who is now 7 months old) I saw a lovely Gulf Fritillary loitering around the Lantana.  This is a butterfly that practically begs to have its picture taken, … Continue reading →

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A Fritillary Flower

Posted on September 6, 2016 by

This lovely Gulf Fritillary has been enjoying the front yard flowers for the past several days.  In this picture, you can’t see the red Zinnia he is perched upon – it looks more like the butterfly itself is the blossom! … Continue reading →

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A Great Way To Start The Day

Posted on August 27, 2016 by

This Gulf Fritillary sat and sipped in the morning sun, and I stood and basked in its beauty. What a great way to start the day!

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Another Flower Feaster

Posted on July 27, 2016 by

As I’ve mentioned before, my front yard Lantana has become a favorite hangout for the neighborhood butterflies.  The most recent flower feaster was this stunning Gulf Fritillary. These guys have such a cool design – right down to their spotted eyeballs! The top … Continue reading →

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A Fritillary Feast

Posted on August 9, 2015 by

Butterflies are abounding in my neighborhood right now! Yesterday, the Tiger Swallowtail was the center of attention; today, the Gulf Fritillary stole the show. I went on a walk with my daughter this afternoon (who happened to turn 19 today!) … Continue reading →

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