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#SaveMilkweedSaveMonarchs Planting Challenge

May 11, 2015

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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

Western Overwintering Population, 2014-15

Jan 22, 2015

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  • Population Trends

2014-15 western overwintering numbers released and recollection of visit to overwintering sites by Candy Sarikonda. Read More

Dwindling Numbers for an Iconic Insect: What can we do?

Sep 18, 2014

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  • 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

Petition for listing of monarch butterflies as threatened under the Endangered Species Act

Sep 03, 2014

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  • MJV Partnership News

A recent petition has been presented to the US Fish and Wildlife Service to list monarch butterflies as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Read the full article for more information on the petition. Read More

Monarch Outreach Ideas, by Candy Sarikonda

May 20, 2014

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Monarch season is upon us, and many of us are preparing educational programs and events. Here are some ideas to help get you started! Read More