Monarch Butterflies
monarchs AT RISK
In 2017, the Center for Biological Diversity showed that the monarch population fell lower than 29,000 butterflies — down from 1.2 million two decades previously.
This population decline hasn't stop since then, three years later, there are 53% less monarchs than the previous year’s count.
Some scientists fear that soon it will be the end of the Great Monarch Migration.
THE GREAT MONARCH MIGRATIONS
Monarch butterflies fly more than 2,000 MILES! From the north of Canada to the center of Mexico. This is the largest insect multigenerational migration in the world, known as the Great Monarch Migration.
The Journey is not only unique but is a vital pollinator of wild flowers.
How Planet Rehab Helps
Part of Planet Rehab's mission is to help all species thrive! The North American Monarch is one specie that we had worked very hard to help.
We had helped plant Milkweed in 3 of San Dimas's parks as this is the only plant Monarchs can lay their eggs on. Due to large corporations spraying chemicals on a multitude of crops, milkweed is not as prevalent as it used to be. As a result, the Monarchs are unable to reproduce.
Through this initiative we helped to bring Monarchs to San Dimas, California and helped them repopulate!
How Planet Rehab has Helped
A few years back, Planet Rehab hosted the mayor of Azusa, California, whom after receiving a tour of our animal sanctuary was inspired by our efforts to preserve the Monarch butterflies.
We inspired the mayor and assisted the city of Azusa with their goal to become the "Monarch Capital of California."
How you can help
Plant Milkweed
Milkweed is the only plant the monarchs can lay their eggs on. By helping to plant more milkweed, you are actively growing Monarch habitat! Click the button below for more information on how to get started.
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