| We’ve been excited recently to see major coverage and new legislation for an important issue: gaining authority for wildlife agencies in 12 remaining states to manage pollinators and other insects that need conservation. With all partners at the table – and with volunteers filling in critical data gaps through programs like Xerces’ new Firefly Atlas, Bumble Bee Atlas, and Western Monarch Count – insects have a better chance of survival. |
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| New Firefly Atlas Will Put Beloved Beetles on the Map
The United States and Canada have more species of fireflies than most people realize – 173 at last count. And contrary to popular belief, beetles in the firefly family Lampyridae are found in every state and province except Hawaii and Nunavut.
Yet for more than half these species, we’re missing enough data to even evaluate their population status. With Xerces’ new Firefly Atlas, anyone can join and help collect observations that will allow Xerces and our conservation partners better protect the magic of fireflies, for generations to come. Read More |
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| Nevada Bill Would Let State Wildlife Agency Conserve Monarchs, Other Pollinators
Nevada’s Assembly Natural Resources Committee considered a bill this week that would give the state’s Department of Wildlife authority to manage pollinators and other insects that need conservation. Insects, including monarch butterflies and other pollinators, are not defined as wildlife under state law, which means the department has no authority to protect them. Assembly Bill 221 would change that. Learn more |
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| Xerces Update: Donor Newsletter Spring 2023 Edition
Have you ever delighted in the flash of a butterfly’s buoyant flight, or been fascinated by the way a glossy rhinoceros beetle bulldozes its way through a rotting log, or stood transfixed as a dragonfly erases its prey in a blur of color and whirring wings?
In our spring donor newsletter, we pay tribute to a few of nature’s incredible invertebrates, and the people who support them. We’re also excited to share a new fundraising tool that lets you combine your love of invertebrates with your idea of a good time. Read More |
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The Western Monarch Count’s New Year’s data revealed a 58% seasonal decrease in the overwintering western monarch population. While numbers are expected to decrease between Thanksgiving and New Year’s for various reasons, this decrease is higher than trends over the last six years. Learn More |
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| Upcoming Events
If you love wild bees, don’t forget to sign up for Bumble Bee Atlas! California trainings begin this week. On March 20, join Xerces to learn about the conservation of Missouri’s bees and how your garden can support birds and bees.
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| Xerces is a donor supported non-profit organization. Your tax-deductible donation today will help grow and sustain our essential work.
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Body photo: Deborah Seiler
Body photo: Isis Howard, Xerces Society
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