Zebra Heliconian DSC_4762
The zebras are picking up in numbers around here. I love watching them float about the yard. Most of the butterflies flit about or zip about but not these beauties. They can be quick, especially upon release from protective custody. But normally they simply look like they are floating.
I recently raised several in protective custody and they have begun to hatch. This one is a freshie that I released. The flower he landed on was simply his first landing after the first flight. He decided to stick around for a few minutes before taking another flight. The others took of quickly but floated back the next day.
Anytime I release butterflies that decide to stick around a bit, I either put them back in custody or I stay with them to try and make sure a predator doesn't get to them. That does not always work as seen in a previous image with a goldrim. But I do try!
This little zebra was right next to the walkway and really was ready to go so I stayed with him until he simply floated away.
Have a wonderful Wednesday and happy snapping.
Zebra Heliconian DSC_4762
The zebras are picking up in numbers around here. I love watching them float about the yard. Most of the butterflies flit about or zip about but not these beauties. They can be quick, especially upon release from protective custody. But normally they simply look like they are floating.
I recently raised several in protective custody and they have begun to hatch. This one is a freshie that I released. The flower he landed on was simply his first landing after the first flight. He decided to stick around for a few minutes before taking another flight. The others took of quickly but floated back the next day.
Anytime I release butterflies that decide to stick around a bit, I either put them back in custody or I stay with them to try and make sure a predator doesn't get to them. That does not always work as seen in a previous image with a goldrim. But I do try!
This little zebra was right next to the walkway and really was ready to go so I stayed with him until he simply floated away.
Have a wonderful Wednesday and happy snapping.