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New Publication Reveals Birthplaces of Eastern Monarchs

Jan 18, 2017

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  • Population Trends
  • Recent Research

A recently published study (Flockhart et al. 2017) builds on previous work describing the natal origin of eastern overwintering monarchs, and has new implications for monarch conservation. Read More

New Report Documents 74% Decline in Western Overwintering Monarchs

Jul 13, 2016

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  • Population Trends
  • Recent Research

A new report by the Xerces Society found a sharp decline in western overwintering monarchs over time, on par with the dramatic population loss of the eastern population that overwinters in Mexico. Read More

New Research Indicates Eastern Monarch Population at Risk of Extinction

Mar 22, 2016

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  • Population Trends
  • Recent Research

A new study by reveals there is a substantial probability of “quasi-extinction” of the Eastern monarch butterfly migratory population within 20 years if ambitious habitat restoration and conservation goals are not achieved. Read More

“Mowing: Best Practices for Monarchs” – New MJV Handout

Feb 08, 2016

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  • Conservation Stories
  • Recent Research

MJV’s new handout titled “Mowing: Best Practices for Monarchs”, provides regional timeframes during which management activities such as mowing may be less detrimental to local monarch populations. Read More

Protecting Pollinators in Your Own Backyard

Jun 08, 2015

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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