I chased raptors, but saw butterflies
On my garden patrol this morning, I saw two birds with a super wide wingspan circling the sky where Hawk hunts. But they weren't Hawks. I ran inside to get my camera, and when I came back out, they were gone.
But in that same moment, a beautiful butterfly fluttered right by me.
Gulf fritillary, also known as the passion butterfly
I followed her to the native garden...
This is a nice cafe.
... and was amazed to see another butterfly!
Anise Swallowtail
There are many types of Swallowtail butterflies, but I think she is Anise.
Lift off!
You might see something beautiful when you don't find what you were looking for.
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