Cudweed |
Butterflies from Eggs |
Butterflies from caterpillars |
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It's a weed we mow, hoe, weedeat, and pull from soil never realizing it is essential to American Lady butterflies. In Florida, this butterfly is a sign of spring. When summer arrives, the American Lady is rarely seen. |
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to create its nest. |
tightly curl when disturbed. |
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hangs in a 'J' preparing to pupate into a chrysalis. |
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