The monarch butterfly is known by scientists as Danaus plexippus, which in Greek literally means "sleepy transformation." The name evokes the species' ability to hibernate and metamorphize. Adult ...
Biodiversity is declining across the planet, but what about in Wisconsin, how do we measure it, and how can we stop it?
A rare tiny butterfly found only in a remote stretch of Northern Nevada will soon gain federal protections under the Endangered Species Act. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced Tuesday that ...
Pismo State Beach this year – The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, an international nonprofit dedicated to ...
Statewide survey efforts could demonstrate that some species are more abundant than formerly believed, while others may merit increased attention. By marshaling the efforts of trained volunteers from ...
Growing milkweed from seed is one of the easiest ways to help declining monarch butterflies. In December 2024, the U.S. Fish ...
On Saturday, January 11, MP for Tiverton and Minehead, Rachel Gilmour, rolled up her sleeves and joined Friends of the ...
Butterflies and moths, with their vibrant colors and intricate patterns, are more than just enchanting creatures flitting ...
Interim CEO of Butterfly Pavilion. “Restoring these vital habitats isn’t just about saving a species. It’s about ensuring that future generations can witness the wonder of the Monarch ...
Botanists Name Beautiful New Species of 'Lipstick Vine' from the Philippine Rainforest Dec. 12, 2024 — Scientists have today announced the discovery of a species of lipstick vine completely new ...