Painted Ladies have invaded our territory. Don't get excited, guys! These ladies are butterflies, migrating from northern Mexico to Yuma. The bright colored aerial acrobats are visible everywhere, especially on windshields. They are appearing in massive numbers, drawn by the myriad desert flowers. The increase in winter rainfall (235% of normal precipitation) triggered this enormous migration, as the butterflies are attracted to the abundant food supply. They do no harm and are beneficial because of their pollinating activity. This is one group of Hispanics that don't have to climb the fence or show passports!
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