Gulf Fritillary Caterpillar Reports Part 1

Wednesday 8/4
Gulf fritillary caterpillar and passion vine from Aunt Mary Ann.

Thursday 8/5
Caterpillar found on floor.

Friday 8/6
Habitat in place.

Tuesday 8/10
Caterpillar forming chrysalis.

Wednesday 8/11
Chrysalis looks like a dried up leaf – camouflage!

More reports tomorrow.

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