About this episode

This episode explores the migration of monarch butterflies and features expert Emma Pelton discussing ongoing mysteries in their conservation.

In this episode, we answer questions like "How do monarchs know where to go on their migration?" and learn about the Monarch Butterfly mysteries still to be uncovered with our Monarch Butterfly expert Emma Pelton, conservation biologist for the Xerces Society. See the work of the Xerces Society Check out SoWBA’s free lessons, games, and activities! Get out and explore nature with us! Make a donation to SoWBA Episode Transcription with pictures and links available on our website! Music: “The Forest and the Trees” by Kevin MacLeod

People in this episode

Guest: Emma Pelton

Topics covered

• monarch butterflies
• migration
• conservation
• education
• nature exploration

Keywords

• monarch butterflies
• migration
• Xerces Society
• conservation biologist
• nature exploration

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Xerces Society, Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance

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