The Fascinating Migration Trek Of Monarch Butterflies

Meera Dolasia
2010-11-03T12:02:09-07:00

Around this time each year, thousands of Monarch butterflies will make their way from North America's colder regions to their winter home in California and Mexico, where they will hibernate before heading back in early spring. This round trip, which in some cases spans about 2,000 miles each way and can take as long as two months, is unique and fascinating for a number of reasons.