Monarch butterflies are one of the most colorful and widely distributed butterflies in North America. After hatching from eggs, caterpillars feed on milkweed plants, form a chrysalis, and go through their metamorphosis to emerge approximately two weeks later to form the adults that will mate and lay the eggs to hatch into the next generation. This remarkable transformation is easily observed and enjoyed by children and adults. All these life stages will be visible at this program.
As the summer ends, Monarchs begin their long migrations to wintering grounds in the mountain forests of Mexico. This remarkable migratory behavior was discovered by attaching tiny tags to the wings that allow people who capture tagged butterflies to report their locations.
During this program, participants will be able to help capture and tag the butterflies for the study of their migration. This program is highly recommended for families with children or for anyone who would enjoy a day outdoors catching butterflies in the sunshine.
This event is free and open to the public.
