I know I've been using "he" when talking about all the caterpillars in this blog. But today, this male Monarch emerged from his chrysalis! He is still pumping the fluid from his abdomen into his wings, so he is still very fragile at this point.
Other good news to share, his brother emerged from his egg, too! Welcome caterpillar #4.
And here is caterpillar #3 who has plumped up overnight.
And caterpillar #2 trying to lay low inside this milkweed leaf.
Looks like we will be off searching for new milkweed today to feed everybody.
Update: Here is the butterfly after two feedings today.
And here are the three caterpillars enjoying a fresh batch of milkweed.
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