Monarch Butterflies Bounce Back in Mexico: 64% Increase Offers Hope
Monarch butterfly population in Mexico sees 64% jump this winter, covering largest area since 2018 despite habitat loss and climate threats.
Monarch butterflies in Mexico have seen a 64% increase in their population this winter, offering a glimmer of hope for this threatened insect species. According to the latest figures released by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Mexico, the area occupied by the monarchs expanded to 2.93 hectares (7.24 acres) of forest, up from 1.79 hectares (4.42 acres) the previous winter - the largest coverage since 2018.
The monarch butterfly is considered at risk of extinction due to a variety of threats, including habitat loss, the climate crisis, and the use of pesticides. However, this latest population increase provides a encouraging sign that conservation efforts may be paying off.
Source: The Guardian
