August is a great month to look for butterflies, both adults and their caterpillars. Butterflies are nectaring on the profusion of meadow and prairie flowers, often visiting home gardens–especially those with established plantings intended to attract them. Swallowtail butterflies are among the most common in area parks, including tiger, black and spicebush swallowtails, as well as the less...

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