Tag Archives: monarch caterpillar

08.29.2022 Finally!

Posted on August 29, 2022 by Steve Gingold

While walking around the yard yesterday afternoon with the 7D setup I came across a Monarch caterpillar apparently resting after a meal of milkweed leaf. As I made a few images I felt something breeze by and it was an … Continue reading →

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09.14.2018 The More Monarchs the Merrier

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Steve Gingold

Just one image to show but yesterday we had 5 caterpillars on our milkweed plants. That’s more than we’ve ever had at one time and this year without a doubt has been our best ever.  Of course, we do have … Continue reading →

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08.25.2018 Flying Flower Caterpillars

Posted on August 25, 2018 by Steve Gingold

Well, I hinted to Ann (Gallivanta) earlier that I would post a flower today, but I’ll save those for later. I’ve been experiencing great luck with Monarch larvae this summer.  I know one perished for sure and am not sure … Continue reading →

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07.15.2017 My Holy Grail of Larvae

Posted on July 15, 2017 by Steve Gingold

I think most everyone is aware of the decreasing Monarch Butterfly population.  As far as their caterpillars are concerned, I saw nary a one for the last three or so years and maybe one or two adults total during that … Continue reading →

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07.26.2013 My yard adventures #1

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Steve Gingold

As the title implies, this is the first in a series of I don’t know how many with a few images from our yard. Milkweed is considered a pest by many.  But we encourage a few “Pet Milkweeds” to live … Continue reading →

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