Brodie Dunn chats about the recent listing of the monarch butterfly as an endangered species by the IUCN. What does that mean for us in Illinois where monarchs spend their summers? We dive into the most recent scientific publications to determine how the monarch population is doing...
Our butterfly adventure is coming to a close, but not before we say goodbye to our special butterfly friends. Let's take one last look at our butterflies and watch as they head out into the world on their next adventure!
Today we're going to investigate what plants our monarch friends need and then take a close-up look at our butterflies diving in for a yummy snack.
Today is the day when our five butterflies emerge from their chrysalises! We have some fantastic close-up footage of them emerging.
Do you know how butterflies eat? Let's head outside and take a look at what it would be like to be an hungry butterfly ready for food.
Hindwings, Compound Eyes, Proboscis - What is all this stuff?
Watch 'em wiggle! It may look like there's not much going on with our pupa while they're hanging around, but it's actually part of an amazing process.
Look at who's ready to move into their new home? Let's take our friends out of the cup and introduce them to their new butterfly pavilion.
Transformation. During the day, the caterpillars transform to a chrysalis.
Our larva are getting so close to heading into the pupa stage. Let's learn about what to look for. Also, check out how large they have grown!