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MONTEREY REGIONAL
MONARCH ALLIANCE

Collaboration for Conservation

YOU CAN HAVE AN IMPACT

Monarch butterflies are a beautiful symbol of nature’s wonder, but their survival is in jeopardy. Habitat destruction, climate change, and pesticide use have decimated western monarch populations, bringing them to the brink of extinction.

 

The Monterey Regional Monarch Alliance (MRMA) exists to turn the tide. By coming together with a shared vision, we aim to conserve the western monarch butterfly through habitat enhancement, education, and advocacy. This website is meant to provide the locally-relevant information needed to empower individuals and communities across the Monterey County region to become active monarch stewards.  Whether you’re planting native milkweed, hosting an educational event, or advocating for local monarch-friendly policies, your actions matter. 

 

Together, we can protect and restore the landscapes monarchs depend on for breeding, migration, and overwintering—ensuring these iconic pollinators continue to grace our skies for generations to come.

Create Habitat

Transform landscapes into thriving homes for monarch butterflies. 

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Volunteer

Support regional efforts for monarch conservation.

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Educate

Spread awareness about the vital role of monarch butterflies in our ecosystem.

WHO

WE ARE

The Monterey Regional Monarch Alliance is a consortium of agencies, organizations, businesses, and individuals in Monterey County who are taking action to protect the monarch butterfly through land management, research, education, and advocacy. We believe in the power of collaboration, knowing that no single entity can conserve the monarch alone. We must work together to ensure the breathtaking migration of monarchs thrives for generations to come.

 

Find out more about MRMA. >

Biology, Migration, 
& Overwintering

Discover the fascinating life cycle of monarch butterflies, including their remarkable migration patterns and the importance of overwintering habitats. Learn how their biology connects them to the ecosystems they inhabit.

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Population Status
& Threats

Explore the current challenges monarch butterflies face, including habitat loss, climate change, and pesticide use, and find out what’s being done to help protect their populations. 

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DISCOVER
WESTERN
MONARCHS

Protections & Regulations

Find out about protections and regulations aimed at preserving the western monarch population.

Frequently
Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about monarch butterflies and efforts to conserve the species.

A monarch chrysalis is attached to the underside of a leaf.
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