The Spring Azure

This is a Spring Azure butterfly. They are very small and often overlooked. You will see them in the early afternoon or evening flying from plant to plant or just above the grass. They are beautiful.

~ Rick

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Nut Hunt

I watched this squirrel long enough to see him locate a nut. They really are funny.

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Pollinator & Flowers

So, what is a pollinator?. I love watching the various insects and birds as they come to the aid of plants. Nature is amazing. (The link above is a good read if you are interested).

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Friendly Flyer

I believe the Hackberry Emperor is the most friendly of all butterflies. We have had them follow us on long hikes, often lanading on us. We even had one land on our hands and stay there while we made a video of it.

Last week we were hiking when we crossed paths with this couple that asked if we wanted a picture of this butterfly that was on the husbands back. Teresa took this picture. As soon as they said the butterfly had been on his back for some time, I knew it was a Hackberry Emperor .. even before I saw the butterfly. Funny and cool.

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Unexpected Beauty

This is the earlist I have photographed a Monarch Butterfly. I really thougth it was a viceroy but it sure appears to be a Monarch.

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