Friday, June 10

Swallowtail and Cactus part 1








Western Giant Swallowtail
Western Giant Swallowtail, (Heraclides rumiko) aka (Papilio rumiko).


Papilio rumiko
I spent a long time learning what kind of butterfly this was (since there are several that are very similar).  For those interested in some light reading here is the document that helped me come to my final conclusion A new Heraclides swallowtail (Lepidoptera, Papilionidae) from North America is recognized by the pattern on its neck.


Darth Small
This little cactus (Echinocereus russanthus) is mostly unremarkable, small marooon colored flowers, but today the red glowing spikes were picture worthy.  My new nick name for this guy is Darth Small.


Golden barrel cactus
Golden barrel cactus, Echinocactus grusonii

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