I'm a little over due on this post! Carlos came out of his chrysalis June 26th. I was really disappointed when I found him out of his chrysalis! I completely missed him emerging from his chrysalis, because the last time I had checked on him, his chrysalis hadn't even turned clear yet! So, I was shocked to see him out so soon. Carlos is a Carlos. He had two beautiful black dots on the back of his wings. Unfortunately, he was being shy and wouldn't open his wings for a picture.
We took him outside for the release.
We took him outside for the release. 
He landed on a tree in our backyard. Can you see him?
Daddy and Annabelle walked over so AB could get a closer look!
The release is always so bittersweet to me. I raised this little guy from a teeny tiny caterpillar. Every time I raise one, I expect them to not want to fly off and stay with me! It's silly, but their almost like a pet. It's good, though. He'll be migrating soon, but probably won't make it until next year. Many Monarchs don't live a full life. Oh well, maybe Carlos will be the exception to the rule. Goodbye, Carlos!
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Ah, goodbye Carlos. It was neat seeing the transformation!
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