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Monarch Butterfly

Danaus plexippus

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Description:

I was put to the test 3 days after I learned macro. It was a beautiful Monarch. I have been able to capture thru photography 3 males and 3 females and a one or two unknowns. They are magnificent to photograph. (Female shown)

Habitat:

Meadow in the Poconos

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Comments (6)
GeoLeo42
Hi Carol, sorry I reply until now...have been busy! I will post pictures of the monarch as soon as possible, I'm very excited...take care!
Carol Snow Milne
Thanks Kristal. I almost missed this. I haven't been checking my comments. Excellent mission.
KristalWatrous
Carol, there's a new Pollinator Bugs mission you should add this and your other pollinators too: http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/7740674.
Carol Snow Milne
Oh Geo, that is great. They r beautiful! Have a great time and can't wait to see your photos.
GeoLeo42
I'm going to one of the sancturies in Mexico to see the Monarch in February !!!!

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PublishedNovember 19, 2011

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