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Magnificent Monarch

Posted by Bob Wagner,
North Country explorer from Canton / Pyrites in summer, Kenya in winter
September 15, 2014 —

A prolonged visit from a monarch butterfly - attracted to my watering can (thirsty?) I was able to get several good close-ups. First time I've ever had this favorite butterfly 'pose' and stay still for me!