Monarch Migration Update

Monarch Butterflies have become more numerous in the skies at the Kiptopeke Hawkwatch. Cole is finding more on his point-counts at the hawkwatch and on vegetation like golden rod, milk weed, and lantana. He has now tagged a total of 141 butterflies. Monarch tagging is done by placing a small sticker on the butterfly's hindwing. Tagging is done to find out more information on Monarch migration through recovery of tagged individuals.

A mantis eating a Monarch Butterfly. Photo taken by Cole Gandee

~Katie