Caterpillar Cannibalism: Monarch butterfly caterpillar eats Monarch egg for lunch
In a case of caterpillar cannibalism, a Monarch butterfly caterpillar eats a Monarch egg for lunch. Plus: Llano River update.
Welcome to the World, Lil Joe! Monarch Eggs Retrieved on the Llano River this Weekend
Sometimes a blackhead is a good thing--when it signals the imminent hatching of a Monarch butterfly caterpillar, for example.
First of Season Monarchs Spotted on Llano River–Another “Worst Year” for Migration?
First of Season Monarchs spotted this weekend on the Llano River in a year that may be the worst in history for their migration. Thanks, drought.
Blue Morphos and a Butterfly Bonanza in Huatulco, Mexico
Blue morphos, Black Witch moths and so much more--a butterfly trip to Huatulco Mexico results in a butterfly bonanza
Caterpillar Quiz: How to Tell the Difference between Monarchs and Eastern Swallowtails
Caterpillar quiz: can you tell the difference between a Monarch butterfly and Eastern Swallowtail butterfly caterpillar? Here's how.
Monarch Butterfly Google Earth Tour Marries Epic Journey With Epic Technology
Epic technology PLUS epic migration journey EQUALS Monarch Butterfly Google Earth Tour.
Mostly Native Urban Butterfly Garden Outperforms Lawn Anytime in San Antonio
Last year about this time, we detailed a turf-to-bed [...]
Got Milkweed? Updated Plant Guide for Central and South Texas
Our first Milkweed Guide posted back in the fall [...]
Part Two: More Tips for Raising Monarch Caterpillars and Butterflies at Home
Last week's post on raising Monarch butterflies at home [...]
Part One: How to Raise Monarch Butterflies at Home
Butterfly FAQ: How to Raise Monarch butterflies at home. Grab those eggs, cultivate that milkweed and get ready to foster some caterpillars. Here's how to do it.