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February 14, 2005 - Mating Monarchs

Monarch butterflies at Pismo Beach State Park.


Happy Valentine's Day!

Actually, these Monarch butterlies are merely indulging in foreplay. If the female agrees to mate, the male will lift and fly her to the top branches of their eucalyptus grove, where they will make for hours.

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Debi18-Jul-2008 04:54
Interesting capture and narrative.
Susanne15-Feb-2005 05:25
Very impressive capture. I think it would be hard to catch butterflies doing this. What an exceptional image. I will vote on this.
Karen Leaf15-Feb-2005 03:16
Wow, a great shot Dave. Looks like he's got a firm grasp on the situation.
Gayle P. Clement14-Feb-2005 20:18
Excellent capture and interesting narrative.
Carmen14-Feb-2005 17:39
Great catch for Valentine's day! (Bet he didn't have to buy her roses or chocolates, either!) Cool shot.
Gilles Navet14-Feb-2005 09:22
Impressive "capture" and interesting comments
Bravo Dave
Gilles
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