The snowshoe rabbit, a great white owl, an arctic fox or polar bear all blend into their surroundings making them almost impossible to see against the stark whiteness of the snow. Look carefully. You will also see the tender blossoms of the Chrysalis plant designed by nature to provide a winter home for the very colorful and elusive Aurora Borealis butterfly.
The plant itself is striking in it's beauty. Silver stems support delicate pearl white petals with centers of gold. The butterflies remain protected inside the closed flower until they are touched by a breath of spring. The pods open and tiny little butterflies emerge. When this happens en masse the bobbing and weaving of these colorful creatures ripples across the sky giving the appearance of the Aurora Borealis. This is how they got their name.
We are lucky today to be traveling to a teaparty where these magical flowers can be found. To read all about it, please visit the Teapot Tuesday Challenge.
Registered: April 15, 2008 Location: Seattle Area Posts: 25018
Wed, Feb 24, 2010 @ 10:42 AM
What a gorgeous card! Thanks for the butterfly lesson too. We were just at the Seattle Pacific Science Center in the butterfly house this month. I will look the Chrysalis plant and Aurora Borealis butterfly up for me kids!
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