Nature Notes (#468)~ Great Spangled Fritillary (Speyeria cybele) on my purple coneflower…

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We set a record in July for the warmest July ever since record-keeping began and I can tell you that it was really hot, but we had enough rain that everything stays pretty well watered with only a little help from us.

I was able to capture this beautiful Great Spangled Fritillary (Speyeria cybele) on my purple coneflower…

What are you seeing in nature? It can be from your own backyard, the local park, out on a hike or anywhere. What plants and animals catch your interest? What do you find interesting in nature? Take a photo, write a post, a story, a poem, anything goes because I love to see what Mother Nature is up to in your area. PS..please check back and visit bloggers who post later in the week!——-

Have a wonderful week and stay safe…