Butterflies and lantana

Zebra Heliconian in Resaca de la Palma State Park.

While spending a couple of misty, windy days in the Rio Grande Valley, we quickly discovered that if we found a sheltered patch of lantana in the sun, the chances of seeing butterflies increased.

Red Admiral, below, and Painted Lady at Choke Canyon State Park.

This Monarch also was along the birding trail at Choke Canyon State Park.