When we went looking for the Blue Grosbeak the other day, we came across this little guy — barely able to fly. we took his picture and let him be.

We are thinking it is a young Blue Grosbeak. What about you?

Butterfly Day at DeKorte Park is Sunday, July 24, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It's a free, family-friendly event, with walks, talks, information booths, scavenger hunts and door prizes. Bring your own beverage and lunch, plus sunscreen and bug spray. Details follow.

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In honor of our upcoming Butterfly Day on July 24, here is a special Teaser.

Mickey Raine photographed this Cabbage White on last month's "Butterflies for Beginners" walk. Male or female?

Answer appears tomorrow, or on a search engine near you.