Flutter By Moose writes:
<<This image isn't as sharp as I like - but then, it was taken while they were
flying. <http://zone-10.com/tope2/main.php?g2_itemId=19006>
<<Note the raised, enlarged abdomen on what I suppose may be the female?
Well,.... an ovipositing female is one hypothesis, but I don't like that one,
as all the black on the wings indicates they are both likely male clouded
Sulphurs. Given the recent
change in marriage statutes in Maine, suppose mating dance is not out of the
question, but more likely a territorial spat of two males. Pheromones from
conspecific males will often trigger aerial dogfights.
The flutterbys look very "fresh" ( I very much dislike that term used by
B'flyers as it seems more appropriate to lettuce than critters) and the abdomen
can be plump for awhile after emergence.
Alternative explanation, awaiting Moose to flutter by to South Hamilton soon
(hurrah), Mike
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