🐛MONARCHS

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Monday, Sept. 9th, two caterpillars out front. Another just got under the ledge. A 4th is trying to eclose, but it hasn't happened.

I've been doing more reading, and MonarchWatch.org says that they don't count in raised monarchs, as they have a lower survival rate. They think it is something to do with not having sun and dark and moisture in proper balance. Interesting. This is a fascinating video:

CBC The Nature of Things - The Great Butterfly Hunt

The remarkable and most incredible Monarch migration, and the determined Canadian scientist, Fred Urquhart, who spent 40 years trying to discover exactly where they mysteriously disappear to for winter.

Fall, 2019 news

Monarch Migration Update Sept 8 - 5200 Monarchs were spotted at the Tip this evening. Most on the west side near the Tip. For maximum viewing times the park will open at 6:30 am and the shuttle starts at 7 am. Get out early for your best chance to see the Monarchs.

— Point Pelee NP (@PointPeleeNP) September 9, 2019

I watched and took some notes. Monarchs eclose

July 24

Last one last year! Oct. 13, 1:30 p.m.

Monarch from Jennifer Jilks on Vimeo.