Why Monarch Butterflies Dazzle My Heart

I think Monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) are just simply beautiful.  There’s just something about the vivid, bright orange and black colors that complement one another. These delicate, endearing insects always Continue ReadingWhy Monarch Butterflies Dazzle My Heart

Monarch Butterfly From Keystone Safari

Keystone Safari has a butterfly room! You know what that means, right?Check out the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus): Hundreds of delicate wings fluttering all around you as you walk through!Aren’t Continue ReadingMonarch Butterfly From Keystone Safari

The Unmatched Beauty Of The Monarch Butterfly

I captured this beautiful specimen today while walking to the Uptown Market held in Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania!

Few insects capture our imagination quite like the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus). Instantly recognizable by their vibrant orange wings, black veins, and delicate white spots, these beautifully brilliant pollinators are Continue ReadingThe Unmatched Beauty Of The Monarch Butterfly

The Quiet Workhorse of the Garden: Understanding Common Milkweed

If you’ve ventured into the world of pollinators, you’ve likely encountered Asclepias syriaca, or Common Milkweed. While its slightly milky sap might seem imposing, this unassuming plant is far more Continue ReadingThe Quiet Workhorse of the Garden: Understanding Common Milkweed