Monarch Joint Venture Blog
Citizen Science Brings Monarch Butterfly Parasitoids to Light
Citizen science discovers an “unprecedented view” of parasitoid presence in monarch larval ecology. Read More
The Monarch Monitoring Blitz Begins Tomorrow!
The blitz starts tomorrow! We’re calling all citizen scientists from the United-States, Canada and Mexico to report their observations for an international monarch monitoring blitz from July 29th - August 5th. Find out how you can participate here. Read More
New MJV Handout – “Risks of Neonicotinoid Use to Pollinators”
This new MJV handout delves into what neonics are, how they work and various paths the chemicals can take once applied. It also discusses the impacts neonics have on insects and other invertebrates, and offers potential solutions to the threats posed. Read More
Help Wanted: Contribute to the Monarch Monitoring Blitz!
Grab your hats, sunscreen and clipboards and join fellow citizen scientists for some fresh air and an international monarch monitoring blitz from July 29-August 5th! Read more to find out how to participate. Read More
All hands on deck! Everyone’s help needed to restore habitat for monarchs.
We need to add habitat for monarchs everywhere that we can. A new study notes the importance of agricultural lands in the Midwestern U.S. and the need for all sectors of society to get involved in this important conservation issue. Read More