| Species from the Karner blue butterfly to the American burying beetle have all seen their conservation efforts improve thanks to being listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. While the process of listing a species can be slow, small conservation actions in our homes and communities can have an immediate impact. |
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How urban pesticides can harm monarch butterflies
In January 2024, volunteers stumbled upon a devastating scene: scores of dead and dying monarch butterflies near the Pacific Grove Monarch Sanctuary.
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Morrison bumble bee and large marble butterfly to be considered for Endangered Species Act protection
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) announced that the Morrsion bumble bee (Bombus morrisoni) and the large marble butterfly (Euchloe ausonides) warrant further consideration for protection under the Endangered Species Act by issuing a positive 90-day finding.
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When it comes to sustainable agriculture, food industry associations are powerful influencers
Food industry trade associations are major players in setting agricultural standards. Crucially, they can also decide to become active in advancing sustainability initiatives, like our mission at Bee Better Certified to conserve bees and other pollinators in agricultural lands.
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| We’re hiring! Feel free to take a look and share with your network. All applications must be submitted through our online application portal.
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| The Xerces Society is a donor-supported nonprofit organization that protects our world through the conservation of invertebrates and their habitats.
Your tax-deductible donation will help grow and sustain that essential work. |
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855-232-6639 (option 2) |
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| Photo credits from top, left: Jennifer Hopwood, K. Morgan
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