butterflies

There are butterflies all over the farm these days. The way our fields are...kinda messy, with some portions high grass and other portions scratched down to the dirt, allows for the lifespan of many butterflies.

The different caterpillars need different plants to grow on. The 40+ paddocks the farm mean it is more than a month before the cows return to any section. This allows ample time for plants to grow and flower and for butterflies to pupate. There are many kinds here, lovely to see.

Hummingbirds are also still here. So quick we never can get photos, but they are here too!

And we have compost too! An abundance of riches!