June 2, 2023

I am a female Zebra Longwing butterfly

I'm laying eggs, so you know I'm not a boy

My eggs become caterpillars, then metamorphose

And soon - more  Zebra Longwings for you to enjoy!

Location: Private residence, Vero Beach

Sources: https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/bfly/zebra_longwing.htm

Photo and text © 2022 Dee Fairbanks Simpson