Monarchs are one of the most iconic insects in North America — and the only North American butterfly that undertakes a long-distance, multi-generational migration. Unfortunately, this formerly abundant species has experienced dramatic population declines since the 1990s. To better understand and protect these beloved butterflies, biologists are now tracking monarch migration routes with the use of tiny radio transmitters. Join NH Audubon biologist Lindsay Herlihy to explore some of the cutting-edge technologies used to track monarch movements, and to discuss the data NH Audubon biologists are gathering. She’ll also share ways you can help support monarch conservation and research right here in the Granite State.​

7 to 8:15 p.m. via Zoom. To get the login details, register here. Please save the confirmation email you receive from Zoom to access at the time of the event. Closed captioning will be available. For more information, contact Brett Amy Thelen.

Note: This event will be recorded. To ensure access to the recording, please register for this event, even if you cannot attend live. NH Audubon will follow up with all registered participants when the recording is ready to view.

Co-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and NH Audubon.

Monarchs are the only North American butterfly species that migrates 3,000 miles from Canada and the northern United States to Mexico — and back again — over the course of several generations. Researchers with the Motus Wildlife Tracking Network are now uncovering never-before-seen details of these epic migrations. (photo © Lindsay Herlihy)