Monarch

Lilly found a "ca-coon" (she says it like she's starting to say "cat") on our siding early last week. It is so beautiful; a pearlized green with gold accents.

We got on the computer and researched what type of cocoon it is and found it is a Monarch butterfly cocoon.

Today, while playing outside, Lilly found the butterfly had emerged. She was very excited! We had read all about the process and how the butterfly would have to sit very still and dry out before flying free.

The thick veins and lack of scent patches on the lower wings tells us this is a female Monarch.

Nature is so cool.
I love watching the girls experience it through their innocent eyes.