Three years ago I visited Pacific Grove, CA to photograph overwintering monarchs. There were about 10,000 present at the Sanctuary.
There are 52 this year. 52 butterflies. Monarch populations can vary wildly each year, with an overall downward trend. They may rebound next year. But this feels grim.
There are 52 this year. 52 butterflies. Monarch populations can vary wildly each year, with an overall downward trend. They may rebound next year. But this feels grim.
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I’ve noticed butterflies and frogs are disappearing in my area.
Bad sign.
They used to be everywhere now they’re hard to find.
Really bad sign for Lake Champlain water quality.
I've let milkweed spread in my garden but have not seen any monarchs. Perhaps next year...
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