Date: 08/24/2017

Number: 1

Taking a break into the outside garden! This Monarch I found with tattered/broken wings and "operated" on her to mend. I have kept her protected from storms for three days inside at night and on screen porch in day with lots of flowers. Today, she practiced flying outside and I caught this close photo of her drinking nectar. I also got lots of video of her feeding. I believe she got very used to me during recuperation for she does not mind me handling her, and she frequently flies over to me. I believe she will be fine when released in a day or two. I started this project by accident, but it's addictive. I'm an amateur so have been dependent on research. I've released 32 so far, but this one is almost like a pet!

Palm City, FL

Latitude: 27.2 Longitude: -80.3

Observed by: Betty
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