Roads End Naturalist

Exploring the natural world as we wander at the end of the road

Tag: chrysalis

  • Transformation

    We delight in the beauty of a butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty. ~Maya Angelou Remember how excited I was to finally photograph a chrysalis of a Falcate Orangetip butterfly in that post a few days ago? Well, I kept watch on the remaining caterpillars, hoping to Read more…

    Written by

    Mike Dunn

  • The Long Sleep

    We are like caterpillars contemplating pupation. ~Terrence McKenna Last weekend was one filled chores around the house. It seems many things have gone undone this fall with our hectic schedules. In putting away various caterpillar cages, floral tubes, plastic bags, and other gear associated with our many caterpillar programs last month, Melissa decided to look Read more…

    Written by

    Mike Dunn