Date: 11/02/2017

Number: 170

With the return of sunshine and mild temperatures -- 71 F, monarch butterflies were present in abundance. Amazing one pair was even mating while in flight. The bottom butterfly did not flap its wings while the top butterfly did all the work when flying. The vast majority feverishly nectared. One monarch butterfly based on its distinct wing damage appears to have been in the area for 3 days despite being able to fly without a problem.

I usually observe monarchs over about a 2 hour span, sometimes in two different areas of Mamaroneck, NY. It seems like this year, Mamaroneck is directly in their migration path.

Mamaroneck, NY

Latitude: 40.9 Longitude: -73.7

Observed by: William
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