Pamela Breitberg

Do they know…

What?! Monarch Butterflies and Red Milkweed Beetles (Tetraopes tetrophthalmus) thrive on Milkweed plants. Yet here they are, in fair number, enjoying Lavender Giant Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum). I wouldn’t have been surprised to see this Monarch resting on the Hyssop; they have a right to rest anywhere they choose. Diversity and diet change perhaps are part of all species.
Both butterfly and beetle were so engrossed on the Lavender Giant Hyssop that I was easily able to capture multiple images. Copyright 2025 Pamela Breitberg

Not a Milkweed plant

Yet two species partaking

Confused or puposeful choice

Let’s try new things.

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