Aug. 6—Butterflies have invaded the Freeborn County Fair as part of a new exhibit. "You can come in and feed live butterflies," said Annette Holt, a staff member of the Butterfly Encounter running the ...

Q: I see milkweed blooming in the area. I never got any seeds this year — are there other types we can grow to help the monarchs? • Louise from Campbell A: Yes, there are several. Monarch butterflies ...

University of Illinois Pollinatarium Director Leslie Deem. University of Illinois Pollinatarium Director Leslie Deem. Tinthonia rotundifolia, Mexican sunflower. Monarch feeding on Tinthonia. I have ...

Q: Do I need a permit to use monarch butterflies for educational purposes? A: Yes, a Scientific Collecting Permit is required to handle wild monarchs in California, including for educational purposes.