Monarch Butterflies: Rearing

In the face of monarch population declines, passionate conservationists are fighting to save this winged icon. Conserving, enhancing, and restoring monarch breeding, migration, and overwintering habitat is essential in reversing this downward trend.

Many people also help monarchs by collecting caterpillars and raising them indoors. Raising monarchs is a captivating experience that can encourage conservation actions. However, it is important that proper procedures are followed when providing shelter for monarch caterpillars. Learn more in this guide to “Rearing Monarchs Responsibly” from the Monarch Joint Venture: http://ow.ly/b9ua30lzlzw