The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) warned that the migratory monarch butterfly has entered the red list of endangered species.
The list is divided into nine tiers: Not Evaluated, Data Deficient, Least Concern, Near Threatened, Vulnerable, Endangered, Critically Endangered, Extinct in the Wild, and Extinct. Currently, the migratory monarch butterfly is at level six (endangered). This is already worrying environmentalists from various parts of the world, who are working hard to create various methods that help preserve the species.
The migratory monarch butterfly is known for making annual journeys of more than 4,000 kilometers from the United States and Canada to Mexico. Its flight is considered one of the most beautiful, giving color to multiple regions of the world. However, data from the IUCN confirm that clandestine logging, droughts, the use of pesticides and extensive urban development have reduced the population of this species by up to 72 percent during the last decade.
It is painful to watch monarch butterflies and their extraordinary migration teeter on the brink of collapse, but there are signs of hope. Many people and organizations have come together to try to protect this butterfly and its habitats. From planting native milkweed and reducing pesticide use, to supporting winter protection and contributing to community science, we can all play a part in making sure this iconic insect makes a full recovery.
– Anna Walker, IUCN butterfly and moth specialist
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) sent a statement to the authorities, making it clear that they have the necessary tools for the conservation of the species.
The governments of Canada, the United States and Mexico have the scientific bases to support and collaborate in all initiatives that seek to restore, conserve and sustainably manage the ecosystems of reproduction, migration and hibernation of this emblematic species.
To preserve nature’s rich diversity, we need effective and fairly governed protected and conserved areas, along with decisive action to respond to climate change and restore ecosystems.
On the other hand, ejidatarios and tourism service providers in Michoacán, Mexico rejected that the migratory monarch butterfly is in danger of extinction and, in a press conference, indicated that there is no such risk and asked that this be denied, since it affects the image of tourist sanctuaries.
We ask that you help us deny this, because it is a lie, false information about our sanctuary was spread; I hope the person in charge of the reservation attends to the needs.
The Monarch butterfly is not in danger of extinction, do not be ignorant; We invite you to go to the sanctuaries, if you want to harm us you will not succeed, the ejido El Rosario is very united and well cared for, with no illegal logging or avocado orchards.
– Sergio Téllez, representative of the ejido of El Rosario
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In addition, Roberto Molina, a businessman from Michoacán, affirmed that the study presented by the IUCN does not have sufficient bases to support that the monarch butterfly is at risk of extinction since, on the contrary, its presence in Mexican preservation sanctuaries and forests has increased. .
The cycle of the monarch butterfly is being fulfilled, in Canada they were still reporting sightings of the butterfly, and this season the behavior of the butterfly has been changing, but that does not mean that it is at risk. What criteria are they taking to say that there are 200 million migratory monarch butterflies with few, or to say that the butterfly is at risk? For this reason, the IUCN information is denied.
At the moment, no IUCN representative has responded to Roberto Molina’s questions, but it is hoped that in that case, more evidence will be presented to corroborate the information on whether the migratory monarch butterfly is actually in danger of extinction or only has submitted a change in its travel route.
Source: Okchicas
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