I think the metamorphasis from caterpillar to butterfly is one of the most amazing processes in nature. Watching this confirms that. I've seen it happen on my front porch and it's mesmerizing.
My favorite fact about this process is that the caterpillar doesn’t just grow wings in there, it completely turns to goo before remaking itself as a butterfly!
Wonderful photography, Jonathan. The beginning part reminded me of what it's like when you snuggle into bed and you find just the right position and ahhhhh.
Thanks for the video! I have seen it in real life thousands of times. I have been growing Milkweed (the plant for the Monarch caterpillars to feed from) - for decades. Many a Monarch has taken their first flight from my hand. I love surrounding myself with them & helping them fight extinction.
On a side note…I grow, harvest and give away Milkweed (favorite food of The Monarch and most buttery) seeds to anyone willing to plant. DM me if interested.
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