I was thrilled this morning at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge to see that there are still quite a few Monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) in our area, including this beauty that I was able to photograph as it was feeding on a thistle plant.
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Amazing photo – so sharp I don’t dare touch the screen for fear of getting prickled! That’s a stunning shot – you must be very happy with it!
So pretty.
Glorious image, Mike.
Thanks, Chris.
Stunning shot Mike. Regards Brian
Thanks, Brian. In a few months, hopefully, my blog will be populated again by colorful flying insects like this butterfly.
Can not come soon enough!