Discussion at the Grünader-Weißlinge Gathering
In a serene garden in Bingen, a unique spectacle unfolded one sunny morning. The stars of the show were the Green-veined Whites, a common yet fascinating species of butterflies.
As the sun rose, these butterflies were observed on the ground, with their wings spread out like solar panels, absorbing the early morning sunlight. However, at 26 degrees, the butterflies' wings were folded, suggesting they didn't need to absorb sunlight.
The garden's owner, a keen observer, found themselves in a conundrum. They initially wanted to water the bedding plants, but stepped back to avoid potentially harming the butterflies with a watering can. Instead, they lost patience and watered other plants, keeping an eye on the intriguing creatures.
The post suggests that Green-veined Whites may be attracted to areas with minerals, possibly found in animal droppings. While horse droppings were not common in the speaker's garden, something with delicious minerals seemed to have attracted the butterflies. This theory could explain the unusual behaviour of the butterflies, such as their observation sucking on horse droppings, wet earth, and puddles.
Two butterflies seemed to be engaging in a courtship ritual, landing near each other, circling, and taking off. Despite their close proximity, no copulation occurred between the two. A third butterfly joined the pair, landing at a respectful distance. However, the post does not mention any copulation attempts or courtship rituals involving more than two butterflies.
The post also indicates that Green-veined Whites can be found in areas with moisture in the earth. In this special case, it might be that the butterflies found a moist area in the garden that attracted them.
Interestingly, the post mentions that several butterflies can gather in late summer due to less appetizing events. This could suggest that the Green-veined Whites in Bingen and surrounding areas can be observed in areas other than just flower beds.
Photos of Green-veined Whites in Bingen and surrounding areas show their proboscis fully extended and disappearing into the earth. This could be another indication of their search for minerals or moisture in the ground.
Despite the unusual behaviour, the sight of these Green-veined Whites in the garden was a captivating spectacle, reminding us of the wonders of nature that can be found in our own backyards.
