Got a weird question, but here it goes. Last week we had our old driveway ripped up to be replaced. In the process they laid down all sorts of dirt, rocks and pieces of cracked ceramics. We have to let it settle for 3 weeks until the new Asphalt is laid down. Since then, we've had dozens and dozens of beautiful butterflies all over the ripped up area. What is the attraction? There must be something in that dirt but what? I thought they liked nectar. Can anyone explain this phenomemna?
2007-07-07 08:46:43 · 4 answers · asked by DAR76 7 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
Depending on the types of rocks you've laid down, the butterflies might be attracted to salt -- especially the males.
Male butterflies use salt to produce pheromones to attract females. I believe it is butterfly breeding season!
2007-07-07 09:59:18 · answer #1 · answered by Hecate109 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have any plants or flowers nearby which have blossomed lately? That might be the reason. Otherwise there's probably something in the pieces of your old driveway or dirt that smells good to them.
2007-07-07 20:13:05 · answer #2 · answered by freesince1776 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi. If the edges are sharp (probably) they may 'sparkle' and attract them. Try to get some pictures!
2007-07-07 15:50:30 · answer #3 · answered by Cirric 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably what the first guy said, maybe there is a smell thats attracting them?
2007-07-07 16:58:58 · answer #4 · answered by Me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋