The event kicks off with introductions and a focus on Robert Michael Pyle's achievements. It delves into the relationship between monarch butterflies and milkweed plants, their migration, and the significance of milkweed as a food source. The co-evolution of plants and pollinators is explored, emphasizing the diversity of pollinators. The conservation of monarch butterflies and the need to preserve their habitats are discussed. The conversation also covers butterfly feeding habits, the convergent evolution of hummingbird moths, and the importance of pollinators for ecosystems and crop production.

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August 5, 2024In Area Community Events VT and NH, Recent Videos