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| Caterpillar (larva) eating the Passion Vine |
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| Newly emerged from Chrysalis |
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| One of hundreds of Chrysalis attached to stone pillar. |
Interesting Facts:
Scientific name: Vanessa Cardui
They migrate long distances
Begin as eggs that hatch into larva
4 weeks eating as caterpillars before change into cocoon
7-10 as a chrysalis
We have hundreds of these butterflies in our backyard. They are attracted to our Passion Vine and return every year. The kids are very protective of them as they make their crysalis everywhere. The gardener is not allowed to work in the area as he may disturb them. We find their cocoons everywhere!
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