Date: 08/31/2019

Number: 1

With the Park Manager's permission, a 5th instar larva was captured two weeks ago from the Asclepias speciosa patch near the visitor center at Castlewood Canyon State Park. The butterfly eclosed - a male - about noon on August 31, and was released near the visitor center in early evening. It promptly flew away. There are abundant nectar sources in the area, including liatris, aka purple blazing star, which is a favorite of nectar-seeking species. Way Station 9419

Franktown, CO

Latitude: 39.3 Longitude: -104.7

Observed by: Pamela
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