Sunday, July 17, 2011

MACRO MONDAY ~ THE BIRTH OF A BUTTERFLY

This morning our giant swallowtail emerged from its confines and went out to meet the garden. I hope to see it many times this summer. This is the first giant swallowtail we've taken from caterpillar to adulthood. I had such a small part in its life, but really felt I 'knew' this little guy as it sat on a leaf for the first time. For more macro stories, visit our host Lisa, at http://lisaschaos.com/ .
Giant swallowtail patterns

In the jar. Next time, I will place papertowels in the bottom for them to crawl on. It was one day earlier than I expected.

I've done this at the butterfly museum, but never in our garden. It's what wildlife gardening is all about.

Our butterfly, only an hour or two old and resting on a leaf. Hope to see you tomorrow.
David/ :-)

9 comments:

  1. What a beauty. I have only found a chrysalis one time when I was cutting back some plants. I too, put it in a box and waited for it to emerge. That was how I learnt about it turning brown just before coming out. it was wonderful to see it.

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  2. I haven't been privileged enough to find a chrysalis yet. How wonderful for you. It is such a beautiful butterfly.

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  3. It is beautiful. I would love to have a garden full of butterflies.

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  4. How very dramatic - as well as beautiful.

    Esther

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  5. Thank you for visiting my blog and your kind comments. I am blown away by what you can grow in Texas - I thought y'all could only grow aloes!

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  6. Oops I also meant to tell you that I loved this photo - the detail is amazing.

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  7. So gorgeous! He allowed you to get so close!! :) I would love to raise one from caterpillar. :)

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I always appreciate your comments & questions! Happy Gardening from David/ Tropical Texana

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