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Protecting Pollinators in Your Own Backyard
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- Conservation Stories
- Recent Research
Neonicotinoids pose a serious problem for monarch and pollinator health. This article by Candy Sarikonda, Monarch Watch Conservation Specialist, explains the issue and discusses strategies for how to avoid neonics in your garden. Read More
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White House Pollinator Strategy Announced
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- Conservation Stories
On May 19th, the White House announced their federal pollinator protection strategy, which includes targets for monarchs. Read More
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#SaveMilkweedSaveMonarchs Planting Challenge
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- Conservation Stories
This is a planting initiative to help restore breeding and migrating habitat for monarchs nationwide. Take this opportunity to get outside and help monarchs by planting milkweed or other nectar sources! Read More
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Western Overwintering Population, 2014-15
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- Conservation Stories
- Population Trends
2014-15 western overwintering numbers released and recollection of visit to overwintering sites by Candy Sarikonda. Read More
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Dwindling Numbers for an Iconic Insect: What can we do?
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- Conservation Stories
- MJV Partnership News
- Population Trends
In this opinion piece, learn Karen Oberhauser's view on habitat loss and the monarch population decline and how she feels we can all help reverse the downward trend. Read More