A Cold King

I went out for a brisk fall walk and found a late blooming monarch.

When they get cold you can gently pick them up and they will rest on your finger.

This poor guy was happy to warm up on my hand and catch sun rays at the same time.

I suspect this guy was one of the last monarch to hatch now he is finally trying to fly south to where it is warmer. I hope he can make it to Mexico...