Stalking Butterflies

I took my camera with me to change the pasture fence this morning. I shouldn't do that if I have things to do. I get distracted by things like dew drops and butterflies and flowers. I didn't realize how many different butterflies are here because I usually pay more attention to warm-blooded creatures.  I thought I'd google "butterflies of Solano County" so that I could identify these. There are dozens on the list (without photos) so I guess I'll just enjoy them without names.  I also didn't know how hard it is to sneak up on a butterfly before it flits away. How do they know? It's easier to take photos of flowers.   Have you seen the rare Wool Flower? It occurs only in fields where sheep have grazed. 

 The sheep were not amused while I was in the pasture and they were not. That's Athena on the left and Phyllis on the right pawing at the gate.