Habitat Intrusion

May 3, 2008 | Filed Under Nature 

The butterfly colony in this lush American forest was distraught over the building of a trail and the construction of a bridge in their fragile habitat. For weeks a sentinel stood watch as the project developed. There was much concern that the breeding patterns would be disrupted leading to their population decline and probable demise. Fortunately, the builders were sensitive to the sustainability of a healthy ecosystem and this disaster never came to pass. Now the butterflies delight the hikers with their rhythmic flying prowess and displays of their resplendent colors. In the commotion of taking pictures, the hikers inadvertently drop crumbs of food from which the butterflies can extract nutrients.

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