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REBROADCAST...why it's important to study monarch butterflies? (with Isis Howard)

October 30, 2024 • California Science Center • Season 5 • Episode 19

As we reach the end of the year, the fall migration of monarchs brings ecological and cultural significance to the people of California and Mexico. Butterflies are a common symbol for life and death in many places and it is believed that monarchs guide the spirits of our ancestors back during the day of the dead, better known as Día de los Muertos. But monarch butterflies can tell us so much more.

Ever wonder why it’s important to study monarch butterflies?

On today’s episode I have the honor of chatting with Isis Howard, who works at the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. Isis is going to explain to us the difference between Western and Eastern populations of monarchs AND she’s going to tell us how scientists tag butterflies! So, join me in my conversation with Isis Howard.

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