Story: Insects – overview
These monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) are wintering over on a tōtara tree in Nelson. They favour the tree’s sheltered side and hang motionless for days when the weather is cool. When the sun shines, they fly in search of nectar.
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Department of Conservation
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