Monarchs Sighted in the Bahamas: Where Did They Come From?
We were surprised this week when two separate monarch sightings were reported from the Bahamas! The monarchs were seen on two different islands, over 100 miles apart. Both observers said they noticed the monarchs suddenly. Each person reported the butterflies independently, too. Although not as far an over-water crossing, a tagged monarch was once recovered in Cuba. “The Bahamas do have a population of their own, said Dr. Bill Calvert. “The yearly cycles have been studied and published.” Where do YOU think the monarchs came from? • Read the observers’ comments then answer Challenge Question #10: Challenge Question #10 “Where do you think the monarchs that were sighted in the Bahamas came from? Why? Give evidence to support your interpreation.” • To respond to this Challenge Question, please follow these instructions.
