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asclepias tuberosa, Edwin B Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, milkeed, monarch butterfly, photography, postaday
While driving at the Edwin B Forsythe Wildlife Refuge this past Sunday, I saw a few Monarch butterflies from time to time. What made me stop and take the following pictures is the intense orange of the milkweed flowers (Asclepias Tuberosa) which perfectly matched the Monarch’s colors. There were many other weeds around the area, but the Monarchs did not mind.
Monarch butterfly and milkweed.
Monarch butterflies and milkweed.
Monarch butterfly and milkweed, and a tiny green insect.
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Wow they are so delicate, elegant and beautiful
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Thank you!
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The tuberosa species is one of the prettiest, but I love all the Asclepias…and of course, the Monarch. Happy to see one again here.
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There seem to be more Monarchs this year, and these two found a plant with their favorite food.
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Gorgeous!
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Thank you Jessica!
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Excellent composition not only the subject but even colors
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Thank you Mohammad!
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WOW! The colors are stunning! I especially like the last image, because of the light and shadows, you can see all the details of the monarch’s wing.
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Thanks Jerry! There were many grasses and weeds around, and the milkweed was not as tall as the ones at home, but their colors were eye-catching.
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These are beautiful, Hien!
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Thanks Eliza! I’ve seen more of them this year. A good sign?
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Yes, it is. After years of nary a one, I’m seeing more this summer. Hope prevails!
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