Here in the midst of nectar-rich Gaillardia pulchella, a female Silvery Checkerspot attracted a male Gorgone Checkerspot. The attraction was mutual but was doomed by mismatched body plans.
Gaillardia pulchella, Barn Patch, McDowell Creek, Geary Co., Ks., July 27, 2022
Despite the lovers' vigor, there were to be no hybrids. In their sad case, anatomy was destiny.
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