The Monarch butterfly migration is coming to Indiana, and if you’re not ready, you’ll miss the whole thing. These creatures pass through the state twice each year, and it’s a lovely sight to see.
Just like birds, these insects go south for the winter and return north during the warmer months, and it’s a cause for celebration. Scroll on for more details.
The Monarch butterfly migration has begun, and it will not be long before these beautiful creatures are all over the Hoosier State.
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After wintering in Mexico, the butterflies travel north in the spring and pass through the Midwest on their way to their final destinations.
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The best way to attract them to your yard is to plant milkweed, which is the Monarch’s favorite thing to eat while growing and reproducing.
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Monarchs are the only butterflies that migrate. They travel during the day and roost at night, gathering in large groups on trees.
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The butterflies often choose fir, pine, or cedar trees to sleep in overnight and are able to pack themselves in tight. They warm themselves in the sun each morning before taking off.
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These butterflies use small bodies of water to help them navigate their ways. They will collect around a stream or lake and wait for a proper breeze to come and help them across.
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All across the country, Monarch butterflies are being spotted, and it won’t be long before you begin to see them in Indiana. These unique and distinct creatures are incredibly special and one-of-a-kind to our environment.
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Have you been noticing the Monarch butterfly migration? If so, share your thoughts with us below in the comments. For more like this, check out 12 places to visit in Indiana this spring.
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