Population Hits Record Low
This winter's population hit a record-low, with butterflies covering only 1.19 hectares. There were twice as many monarchs last year. Although insect populations fluctuate naturally, scientists are concerned about the overall downward trend the graph shows.
![Monarch Butterfly Egg](https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/journeynorth.org/images/graphics/mexico/PopulationEstimate_graphic.jpg)
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