The Fascinating Migration Trek Of Monarch Butterflies Has Begun!

Meera Dolasia
Mon, 17 Sep 2012 07:47:06 -0700

Right about now, thousands of Monarch butterflies are beginning to make their way from North America's colder regions to their winter homes in California and Mexico, where they will spend the season hibernating, before heading back in early spring next year. This round-trip, which in some cases spans about 2,000 miles each way and can take as long as two months, is unique and fascinating for a number of reasons.