Butterflies

Milkweed is abundant in local nurseries as monarch enthusiasts seek to increase the declining population and backyard gardeners try to lure the famous flutterers. But critics say this non-native plant may be having the opposite effect.

Some scientists are split on how to prevent monarch deaths from non-native milkweed plants.

An open letter to Floridians about a parasite in monarch butterflies has become controversial as some researchers suggest removing milkweed entirely will prevent the spread; others suggest that people should plant more.

An open letter from a researcher reveals that Floridians could be inadvertently contributing to the spread of a life-threatening parasite among monarch butterflies.

Atalas are small butterflies with inky black wings that are speckled with iridescent blue spots, and a bright red body.

It is speculated that the species moved into Key West as a result of Hurricane Ian.

The population of monarch butterflies that migrated south to Mexico to hibernate fell 26% in 2020 compared with the previous year, according to a new report.

New research shows the number of butterflies and caterpillars in North Florida has been declining substantially over the last decade or so.