Monarch Butterfly Transformation
Monarch caterpillar in Laramie CountyMonarch butterfly chrysalis in Laramie County, August 2021Monarch chrysalis in Laramie County Aug. 2021. The chrysalis will turn clear when the butterfly emerges.Monarch butterfly in Laramie County Aug. 2021. Emerging from chrysalis. Monarch butterflies start their migration through Laramie County in late July and can be seen through early fall as…
Brown Bumble Flower Beetle
The Brown Bumble Flower Beetle is not a good flyer and stays low to the ground. They pollinate flowers and help decompose organic material. Please do not spray them with an insecticide. Thanks to 3melissahrkach for the photo!
Black Witch Moth
I found this Black Witch Moth (Erebid moth Ascalapha odorata) resting in my barn. This is one of the largest nocturnal moths in North American and ranges from the Caribbean, Texas to Canada. The one I found was a good 6 inches wing tip to wing tip. They are notorious for entering buildings, but cause…
Emerald Ash Borer
Emerald Ash Borer Detected in Fort Collins State and City experts have confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer (EAB) – an invasive, highly-destructive pest of ash trees – on the north end of Fort Collins, just outside city limits. This represents the second detection in the county, and the fourth confirmation of EAB in…
