Who is it that admires these lovely jewels of nature? Learn about Milkweeds fascinating life cycle.
Monarch
What Happens to Butterflies and Caterpillars in the Winter?
As the days get shorter and the temperatures cooler, what happens to all the beautiful butterflies? This is a common question. The answer
How Long Do Butterflies Live?
A few late season species of butterflies may hibernate, some migrate
Identifying a Male vs Female Monarch
Do you know which image is the male and which is the female Monarch Butterfly? The image on the left has a black spot on the vein.
Learn how to tell them apart
How to Tag Monarch Butterflies
After receiving the ‘Monarch Watch Tagging Kit’ from Monarch Watch, it was time for us to start tagging butterflies. Watch
Monarch Butterfly Ready to Emerge
When the Monarch chrysalis becomes transparent you can see the patterns of the butterfly wings inside. This is when you know it will emerge soon.
Monarchs: Celebrating Royalty
There are many reasons why the Monarch “rules.” It lives longer than most butterflies, moves farther in migration than many other animals, it has notoriety
Butterfly Migration – A Rhythm in Nature
There is a sequence to events that happen throughout the year combining several factors that contribute to these amazing journeys.