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Monarch Newly Hatched

This monarch butterfly had just exited its cocoon and is actually hanging to dry out for a bit. Butterflies can’t fly wet. I waited until it was freely flitting around the butterfly cage and then released it.

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I’m an author of a children’s book on bullying and a freelance writer. I love nature and have been a docent at our local zoo handling our educational animals for over eight years. I teach the public about animal conservation and species survival.

Finished 13th in their Group in the Quarterfinals of the 2023 Competition
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5th in their Group in Round Three

3rd in their Group in Round Two

1st in their Group in Round One