I did not get as many photos as I would have liked of the Chrysalis process as most of it happened while I was away on my work trip. However, I did get to watch the first butterfly emerge from her Chrysalis yesterday morning! Yep, she's a girl!
First Butterfly Emerged from Chrysalis
ISO 500 ~ 60mm ~ f/8.0 ~ 1/50 sec
© Corrie M. Avila
Second Chrysalis Not Yet Ready
ISO 500 ~ 60mm ~ f/8.0 ~ 1/50 sec
© Corrie M. Avila
And I found the most wonderful surprise! Moe made it! Yes, definitely a happy ending to her story. She is also a girl and was just released this morning. Two girl butterflies and one chrysalis remains.
Moe!! Or should I say Molly :)
ISO 500 ~ 60mm ~ f/8.0 ~ 1/320 sec
© Corrie M. Avila
Molly Released
ISO 320 ~ 60mm ~ f/6.3 ~ 1/200 sec
© Corrie M. Avila
And all those eggs I saw outside, yes they all hatched! I believe I counted 11 caterpillars at one point. They are very large and should by ready to form their chrysalis soon. I'm a little weary about leaving them outdoors, but the husband has had enough of the caterpillars indoors for now. So here's a thought and a prayer wishing those little guys good luck!
Happily Chomping Away!
ISO 320 ~ 60mm ~ f/6.3 ~ 1/125 sec
© Traveling Hearts Photography
Corrie
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