Monarchs On The Move
Monarch spring migration has begun. Reports along the California coast are decreasing as monarchs begin their annual spring migration. Only a few monarchs remain in the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve in Mexico.
From the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve
Estela Romero bids farewell to monarchs as they fly north to breed in the U.S. and Canada.
Travel to the Monarch Biosphere Reserve without leaving home. Final videos of the overwintering season have been posted to the Journey North YouTube Channel.
Playlist: 2023-2024 Overwintering Season at the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, Mexico
Western Monarch Population
Gail Morris provides a snapshot of Western monarch population behavior. Recent sightings of adult monarchs were mainly concentrated in Southern California for the last two weeks, as well as in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the greater Phoenix area in Arizona. Meanwhile, reports along the California coast are dwindling as Monarchs leave the region on their annual Spring Migration. Ms. Morris also highlights recent observational reports. Additionally, Stephanie Turcotte shares her final reflection on the overwintering season, noting the continued charm of Monarchs even after the official count ends.
2024 Spring Letter #3: Western Monarch Population News From Gail Morris
Please Submit Your Observational Reports
If you are observing monarchs and milkweed, please report to Journey North.
