“Monarch Waystations are places that provide resources neces...

Monarch Butterflies Make A Stunning Comeback, Doubling Winter Habitat In Mexico

Deposit Photos In a heartening development for environmentalists and nature lovers alike, the monarch butterfly population overwintering in Mexico has nearly doubled compared to the previous year.  According to the most recent census released by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in Mexico and their conservation partners, the iconic black-and-orange insects occupied 4.42 acres of forest in central Mexico during the winter of 2025—up significantly fro…

Eggnest offers sustainable refuge for butterflies - Yanko Design

Butterflies are probably some of the most beautiful creatures around. We see them used as decoration, for stationery, dresses, and other visual representation. But more than just looking aesthetic, they fulfill an important role in nature. They are essential pollinators and bioindicators, reflecting the health of ecosystems. But because of some factors in urban environments like artificial lighting, pollution, and limited green spaces, their hab…

“Monarch Waystations are places that provide resources neces...

“Monarch Waystations are places that provide resources necessary for [monarch butterflies] to produce successive generations and sustain their migration.” Over 50,000 waystations (w/ milkweed & flowers) have been built by volunteers since 2004. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →

Monarch butterflies…endangered? - Lexington Leader

Earlier this year the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service put out an advisory that one of the most prolific butterflies in the nation might be in trouble. The Xerces Society, an organization that does numerous studies on plants and animals, holds a migratory monarch count. The study stated that monarch populations are down up to 95% over previous years. This is a frightening situation. The count for this year was only 9116 butterflies seen on the nor…

Butterfly Pavilion Unveils New Exhibit Celebrating the Vital Role of Invertebrates in Mexican Culture and Biodiversity and Government of Mexico Join Forces to Safeguard Monarch Migration Landmark Conservation Project Launches in Mexico’s Butterfly Biosphe

Press Releases are provided to Yellow Scene. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. WESTMINSTER, Colo. – February 20, 2025 – Butterfly Pavilion is proud to announce the grand opening of its latest immersive exhibit, Legacies: Invertebrates of Mexico, launching March 15, 2025. Designed to captivate visitors during spring break and beyond, this dynamic experience supports global invertebrate conservat…

Monarch Butterfly Comment Period Reopens - Field Advisor

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reopening the comment period on the Monarch Butterfly, and your input matters! Farmers can help shape the proposed rules—contact Corey Lacey for assistance in submitting your comments. The post Monarch Butterfly Comment Period Reopens appeared first on Field Advisor.