Tuesday, September 29, 2026


 Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) — ventral (underside) wing view showing the characteristic orange, black veining, and white spots along the wing margins.

Flora: New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) or a closely related native purple aster, showing vibrant purple ray florets with yellow centers and hairy stems. 

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