monarchs sun-bathing

Several black, orange and white butterflies sit on green tree branch

monarchs sun-bathing

Monarchs enjoy sun-bathing. During sunny winter days, the butterflies will disperse from their clusters to bask in the sunshine until dusk, once again, brings cooler temperatures.

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