Painted lady butterflies are world travelers. The ones we encounter in Europe fly from Africa to Sweden, ultimately returning to areas north and south of the Sahara.
Scientists from the University of Ottawa, Uppsala University, the Institut Botànic de Barcelona, and other institutions have tracked the migratory feats of the painted lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui).
Explore the worrying decline of Monarch butterflies in Texas and the implications for pollination and food production. Learn why preserving these butterflies is vital for a sustainable ecosystem.