Monarch butterflies face severe population declines, with the U.S. considering them for endangered species protection.

Monarch butterfly populations are declining due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change, with eastern populations down over 80% since the 1990s and western populations by 95% since the 1980s. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is considering listing monarchs under the Endangered Species Act by December 4. Conservationists urge the public to report monarch sightings during winter months in southern states to help understand their migration and overwintering behaviors.

November 25, 2024
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