This smooth operator is a common Buckeye butterfly.
The males like to hang out on
drugstore corners plants that are low to the ground, looking for females passing by. They patrol
their turf the surrounding area, and
bully chase off other insects. Their
gang symbol eyespots, worn on the wings, may help scare off predators.
As of yet, entomologists have no proof that they slick back their hair with pomade, but they
have confirmed the use of
aftershave pheromones in attracting
the ladies their mates. This species is so common that it is obvious they have mastered
dating courtship rituals. They range all the way from Canada to South America, avoiding haircuts and full-time employment.
Love this post and the story you didn't tell!!!!
ReplyDeleteSarah,
ReplyDeleteThanks! When I got to reading about them, all I could think about were young guys cruising the drag, looking for chicks!