Many Monarchs
There were about 200 Monarchs roosting in the mulberry trees here last night. The most I’ve ever seen in one spot. It was very calm. The second photo is a 30 second exposure shot as the twilight was rapidly fading away. Hopefully there will be even more butterflies this evening.
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September 25th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
Cool! I didn’t know they did that in Iowa. I like the shimmery blue sky in the background.
September 30th, 2008 at 10:31 pm
That’s a pretty cool shot, Ethan.
October 9th, 2008 at 8:24 pm
Hi Cindy !! It’s not uncommon to see them bunching up before the migration, as long as its not too windy. That seems to keep them more scattered.
There were slightly fewer the two nights following and then they rode the north wind out of here. I’ve only seen one monarch since that day.
Thanks Bryon. It was pretty cool having them right out here in the yard.