Chrysalis Ready

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I took this picture this morning.  I move the chrysalis and attach to a stick with thread to make it easier to watch.  This picture show chrysalis at three different stages.  They remain green for several days before starting to getting dark.  The middle one is just starting to turn.  The one on the right has turned black and translucent.  You can see the Monarch wings and it will likely emerge in a few hours.   

awesome !

working with my hands is a joy,it gives me a sense of fulfillment,somthing so many seek and so few find.-SAM MALOOF.

At 11:02 AM,  the Monarch emerged and was a girl.
At least they don't eat their brain like a starfish!

It's got to feel a bit odd, like your kids leaving home or selling off the old truck!
So special to see this. Thanks for sharing.