The graceful giant swallowtail. Yesterday, The Butterfly Estates, a 3,600 square foot glass butterfly conservatory in Downtown Fort Myers, had so many flying around. This sanctuary has become a favorite place for my daughter and I.

The giant swallowtail has been a frequent visitor of our garden, leaving behind eggs during her visits. Unfortunately since Hurricane Ian hit our area at the end of September, I have not seen their return yet.

Its wingspan leaves me in awe, as it is more than four and half inches, sometimes up to seven.