By The Xerces Society
Summary
The plight of the monarch butterfly has captured public attention and sparked interest in helping to save their dwindling populations. This in-depth portrait of the monarch butterfly covers its life cycle, its remarkable relationship with milkweed its extraordinary migration, and the threats it now faces due to habitat loss and climate change. Includes detailed instructions on how to design and create monarch-friendly landscapes enriched by guidance on observing and understanding butterfly behavior and habits.
The Xerces Society is a nonprofit organization based in Portland, Oregon that protects wildlife through the conservation of invertebrates and their habitat. Established in 1971, the Society is at the forefront of invertebrate protection worldwide, harnessing the knowledge of scientists and the enthusiasm of citizens to implement conservation programs.
Details
- Paperback
- Size: 6" x 8"
- 288 pages
- Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC (March 30, 2021)
- Language: English
