Date: 11/30/2021
Number: 3
Three monarch butterflies observed simultaneously seeking nectar in tall coreopsis plot. Photo taken at 1:30 pm (CT), sunny, 73 degrees F. Monarchs accompanied by (6) fritillaries and (5) skippers. Currently no monarchs attempting to lay eggs on existing milkweed. Note: Ecosystem currently has the persistent presence of (2-3) hummingbirds, possibly ruby-throated or black-chinned (attempting to positively ID). This site experienced overwintering hummingbirds in winter of 2020 (black-chinned).
New Iberia, LA
Latitude: 30 Longitude: -91.8
Observed by: Ron
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