Amazing Journey Part 3: The Chrysalis Stage

Here are Mickey Raine’s photos of the Chrysalis stage. Mickey and his wife, Elaine, took in more than two dozen caterpillars by request to save them from predatory conditions at several butterfly gardens. Be sure to view the first two posts from today if you have not already. The grand finale to come!

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