03/21/2026
Monarch butterflies are showing signs of a comeback this year 🦋
New reports from WWF-Mexico and partners found the eastern migratory monarch population increased by 64% compared to last winter, based on the area of forest they occupied in Mexico. Researchers also recorded a drop in forest degradation within their winter habitat, with fewer acres lost than the year before.
While monarch numbers still fluctuate and long-term declines remain a concern, these findings point to measurable progress from ongoing conservation efforts.
