California Sees worst Butterfly Season in 35 years Butterfly Season in 35 years

[Paul Cherubini]

Patrick Foley wrote:

> I live in Davis and talk to people in Davis. There is no doubt that this
> continues to be the worst local butterfly year in anyone's memory.
> Normally during this late summer season the flights of whites and
> sulfurs are much greater. 

I disagree,  The agricultural roads around Davis are littered 
with road kill of Orange Sulphurs right now because
these butterflies are so abundant.  Maybe I need to start
posting movies? 
  
> For example, I have not seen any Lady of any species 
> this spring or summer in Davis. 

I saw and photographed two west coast ladies during
the brief 10 minute period I was in Davis.   Had I been
in Davis for several hours I no doubt would have been
able to compile a substantial species list.  Maybe I'll try
to do so next week.

Paul

 
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