Monarch butterfly populations in the eastern United States have dropped by more than 80%, in large part due to these two factors. But all hope is not lost.

In Florida, we should plant only native swamp milkweed (Aesclepias incarnata) and butterfly milkweed (A. tuberosa). These may be more difficult to find but seek out native nurseries or ask your ...

It’s also home to the state’s only “Monarch City.” Monarch City USA, an environmental group dedicated to preserving the ...

Florida's population is considered non-migratory, and the state does not qualify for monarch butterfly habitat protection. Designated monarch habitat will likely be on West Coast ...

Monarch butterfly migration is a long journey. Learn how these amazing butterflies make the trip, where monarchs migrate to and why.

Milkweed is the host plant for butterfly enthusiasts who want to attract monarch butterflies. When the monarch discovers the milkweed, she lays her eggs on it.

Scientists have revealed the development of a cryopreservation technique for "the successful long-term storage of monarch butterfly germ plasm" to repopulate the pollinator in the event of a ...