Published: 10/13/2021

Note: Observations highlighted in this report are from October 1–October 6. To explore more recent observations, check out "The Leading Edge" section of the news update and explore our maps.

Dear Western Monarch Friends,

 

28 September - 04 October 2021

Dear fellow flock of birders,

There are only a few wildflowers blooming in the Arboretum right now. Most of them are various species of Asters. They come in a variety of colors and sizes. All the rest of the wildflowers have gone to seed and are providing food for the migrating birds.

 

Published: 10/06/2021

Note: Observations highlighted in this report are from September 24–30. To explore more recent observations, check out "The Leading Edge" section of the news update and explore our maps.

 

Published: 10/06/2021

Note: Observations highlighted in this report are from September 21–September 29. To explore more recent observations, check out "The Leading Edge" section of the news update and explore our maps.

Dear Western Monarch Friends,

 

21 September - 27 September 2021

Good flying days approach for migrating monarchs along the Atlantic Coast!

 

14 September - 20 September 2021

 

Published: 09/22/2021

Note: Observations highlighted in this report are from September 10–16. To explore more recent observations, check out "The Leading Edge" section of the news update and explore our maps.

Breeding, Eggs and Larvae

In the northern U.S., Journey North citizen scientists noted late-season breeding and monarch eggs and larvae.

 

Published: 09/22/2021

Note: Observations highlighted in this report are from September 8–September 16. To explore more recent observations, check out "The Leading Edge" section of the news update and explore our maps.

Dear Western Monarch Friends,