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Monarch (Danaus plexippus)Observer
mpatryDescription
This summer (2017) I'm seeing a modest number of monarchs in the fields around here. I'm seeing a 5-6 a day casually (not really looking for them). Fields are abandoned, plenty of asclepia around.
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No photos or sounds
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Malachite Kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus)Observer
mpatryDescription
Beautiful, small kingfisher, catching small fish in the pond outside my office window.
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Common Water Monitor (Varanus salvator)Observer
mpatryDescription
Walking around near our jungle research station.
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Angle Shades (Phlogophora meticulosa)Observer
mpatryDescription
A beautiful moth - varying colours of beige, cream, morphologically trying to look like a leave, some interesting shapes, protuberances.
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No photos or sounds
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Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)Observer
mpatryDescription
Perching in a pine tree - rare spotting in this part.
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Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica)Observer
mpatryDescription
Nesting in an abandoned farm shed, with three - four other pairs.
