Exciting news continues as monarch migration ramps up. The leading edge of migratory monarchs along the central flyway are nearing México, and numbers were high along the eastern flyway. Out west, monarchs are being reported in all the western states.

published: 10/11/2023

Central Flyway: Leading Edge in Texas

Fall roosts and peak migration events are on the rise in Texas, which has become a hotspot of activity.

Joan in Plano, TX: "Monarchs enjoying frost weed and blue mist. After our extreme heat and drought this summer this was a most welcome surprise!" (10/10/2023)

published: 10/03/2023

Roost Activity

Illinois, Kansas, and Oklahoma were hotspots for fall roost reporting this week, with the leading edge around latitudes 34-35°N in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and northern Texas. Check out the Monarch Fall Roost map to see more observational reports submitted by Journey North volunteers.

October is here and monarch fall migration is in full swing. Activity remains high for both the eastern and western population. Keep reporting your observations to Journey North!

published: 10/02/2023

Western Monarchs Update

Monarchs stretched across the Western States as their fall migration continued. They have been seen stopping to nectar on native sunflowers and rabbitbrush across the land but have also visited tithonia and butterfly bush in urban yards to refuel. Favorable temperatures and winds are helping them on their way.