[NatureNS] Monarch

Date: Sun, 24 Sep 2006 17:16:17 -0300
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From: Angus MacLean <angusmcl@ns.sympatico.ca>
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A few days ago our neighbour brought in a Monarch which she said did not 
appear to be able to fly. Since it was late in the evening I put it in a 
container. The next day was rainy so the following morning I took it 
outside. Try as it might (at least 30 mins) it could not lift off but did 
much flopping around and sitting "shivering" (presumably trying to warm its 
wings up). After it had got into a confined area I picked it up and tried 
to warm it by cupping it in my hands. After perching a short time it lifted 
off and flew around the yard before flying high in a tree where I lost 
sight of it. I was so happy to see it fly and am optimistic it is strong 
enough to make the southward journey.
Angus 

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