Wings to the Wind
Riding south winds, the northernmost monarchs are now 1,500 miles from Mexico. What can a monarch's wings tell us about its travels?
Riding south winds, the northernmost monarchs are now 1,500 miles from Mexico. What can a monarch's wings tell us about its travels?
A Steady Advance
Drifting across the landscape — with frequent stops to sip nectar, lay an egg, or find a mate — monarchs are steadily advancing northward.
Drifting across the landscape — with frequent stops to sip nectar, lay an egg, or find a mate — monarchs are steadily advancing northward.
The Next Generation
Laying eggs as they travel, northbound butterflies are delivering the next generation.
Laying eggs as they travel, northbound butterflies are delivering the next generation.