Proposal for Monarch Butterfly to be Classified as Threatened

[RavenGirl56]

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed listing the monarch butterfly as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and is seeking public comments until March 12, 2025. The proposal includes protections and critical habitat designation, particularly for the western migratory population in California. This initiative aims to conserve monarchs facing habitat loss, pesticide exposure, and climate change. For more details and to submit comments, visit FWS Monarch Butterfly Page.

 

[Cass]

Thanks for bringing that up, RavenGirl56. Sadly, the fires in California have made a lasting negative impact on migratory insects, especially the Monarch Butterfly. It could be years before they fully recover. I hope the proposal goes through.