Monthly Archives: June 2020

Photos from Yesterday and Today

Posted on June 14, 2020 by the roused bear

I was able to spend a few hours out in nature this weekend and pretty much enjoyed myself. First I went to Marietta Sand Prairie in Marshall County, looking for butterflies.  I saw a few.  Nothing rare–meadow fritillaries, viceroy, orange … Continue reading →

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Butterfly Forecast for Central Iowa–June, 2020

Posted on June 1, 2020 by the roused bear

May gave us wet, cool weather following a late spring. We had a few warm days with a surprising number of butterflies, but most days had few on the wing. I expect that to change pretty soon as the season … Continue reading →

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