Louisiana and Florida Sightings Raise Questions Writing Prompts for Your Science Journal Where Did the Monarchs Come From? 1) Do you think the monarchs seen in Louisiana and Florida were from Mexico? Or were they "local" butterflies? Give evidence (facts) that could support each interpretation. 2) If a butterfly did fly from Mexico to Louisiana or Florida, describe how you think it got there. Do you think it's possible for a monarch to fly across the Gulf of Mexico? List all of the new questions that that question raises. What Will Happen Next? 1) Do you think monarchs that overwintered along the Gulf Coast will migrate north? Why or why not? 2) Describe how you think the migration map would look if they were to migrate north. Or draw the migration pattern you imagine on this blank map. Copyright 2005 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Please send all questions, comments, and suggestions to our feedback form