You can never be sure which types of butterflies or moths might be in the Herons Glen Butterfly Garden when you visit. There might be a Monarch. There could be a Zebra Heliconian (Marpesia petreus), which is the State Butterfly of Florida. Or one of many other colorful air travelers.
You might also see an alligator on the bank close by. Sometimes there are rabbits, or squirrels. And of course, a heron now and then in the trees or by the lake.
In January, Gary Tielens of Barnstable Court was witness to an entirely different visitor. One afternoon, around 1 p.m., Gary was in his golf cart on the multi-use path near the exit from the 18th hole when he spotted a bobcat walking through the undergrowth.
He also noticed that it seemed to have a slightly injured right front paw, creating a bit of a limp. Gary and the bobcat saw each other, but Gary moved slowly so as not to startle the creature. And then this guy/ gal seemed to pose for Gary to get a good photo with his cellphone!
Yes, our Herons Glen Butterfly Garden is full of surprises. Be sure to stop by and enjoy this delightful wonderland.
