Posted in Arizona
October 10, 2019
A Butterfly Migration Super Highway Could Bring Millions Of Monarchs Through Arizona This Fall
This spring saw a plentiful northward migration of monarch butterflies in Arizona, and fall is shaping up similarly. Record numbers of the iconic insects are expected to pass over our state this autumn, creating a spectacle unlike anything we’ve seen before.
The predicted surge is promising, hinting a potential comeback of monarch butterflies.
It typically takes about 10 days for them to hatch.
Sightings of these little guys are rolling in from all over the country, which means they'll be heading south soon as they begin to sprout wings.
Unfortunately, several factors such as wildfires, hurricanes, and pesticides raise concern among experts regarding how things will play out.
Homeowners are encouraged to plant the flower in their yards, as it's a major food source for this species of butterfly.
Between promising roost counts, ideal temperatures, the abundance of larvae, and rainfall totals, we can expect to be thoroughly amazed.
Visit the U.S. Forest Service website to learn more about these cool creatures heading for Arizona
Have you ever witnessed a monarch butterfly migration? Let us know your thoughts and past experiences!
Check out our previous article to read about where you can see the majestic critters year-round.
