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The western monarch population has rebounded in recent years to the hundreds of thousands after it plummeted in 2020 to just 2,000 butterflies. But even though the butterfly bounced back, its numbers are still well below what they were in the 1980s.

Nearly 1,400 people died after Hurricane Katrina crashed into Louisiana and Mississippi. Most of the deaths were in New Orleans, which has had an uneven recovery in the past 20 years.

Open daily from March 29 to April 20 Become immersed in the vibrant world of pollinators at Butterfly Jungle, returning this spring to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Once a year, the Hidden Jungle aviary bursts to life with hundreds of butterflies fluttering around lush foliage and flowers. During this immersive 20-minute experience, guests can offer nectar to butterflies, capture stunning photos, and discover the essential role butterflies play in nature. Wildlife care specialists and guides will be on hand to share insights and enhance your journey. A Butterfly Jungle Safari ticket is required for all guests, including members and children ages 1 and older ($18/person). Children under 1 require a complimentary infant pass (available at the ticket booth). A separate admission ticket or membership is required for Safari Park entry. Contributions to the Safari Park directly support wildlife conservation around the world, including in the Southwest Hub. This includes efforts to protect endemic wildlife like the endangered Quino checkerspot butterfly and the endangered Laguna Mountains skipper butterfly. San Diego Zoo Safari Park on Instagram and Facebook

The sculptures are made from a special glass called dalle de verre that produces deeper color effects when illuminated by the sun.

Enjoy a special garden workshop in the Trudy Bronner Discovery Garden with local, seasonal ingredients from Jimbo’s! Today’s recipe: Discover the life cycle of a butterfly with a tasty veggie and pasta snack from Jimbo’s! Pre-registration is not required. FREE with Museum Admission. Visit: https://sdcdm.org/events/jimbos-garden-workshop-butterfly-noodle-life-cycle/ San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Instagram and Facebook

The protests began due to economic pressures, with Iran's currency rapidly depreciating. Demonstrators have also chanted against the country's theocracy.

Scientists have recently mapped the painted lady butterfly's annual flight from equatorial Africa to northern Europe and back, the world's longest butterfly migration. In Constant Bloom, photographer Lucas Foglia documents the journey.

Butterflies of all kinds of species, in all parts of the country, have declined by one to two percent per year since 2000.

Come make a wish! A FREE, Family event. The ribbon cutting for the butterfly maze at Chollas Lake will be from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday March 22nd celebrating Spring Equinox. It will be a Sharing... meaning that you bring something to share. That could be food, beverage or you play music or plant a flower in the butterfly garden or something else… The name of this interactive installation is "The Wishing Machine." It is an extension of my body of work: Urban Succession. It is a maze made of raised planter boxes that are filled with butterfly flowers. The center of the maze is a wishing well. Around 300 students from Patrick Henry High researched the ecosystem of Chollas Lake and illustrated their studies onto the sides of the boxes. I hand made the bricks of the wishing well and painted the words wishing well in the 6 main languages of City Heights. (Under the roof is “The Secret Sky”) Many people and organizations have collaborated in the making of this project. Lumber Cycle donated the wood, Biology Through Art donated the paint, and City Farmers Nursery donated the soil. This is an unfunded on-going project meant to build community, inspire and support the butterflies. Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/chollas

Show the incredible women in your life how much you appreciate them this Mother’s Day with The Gondola Company! Drift along peaceful waterways aboard a private gondola, all while taking in breathtaking views of the San Diego skyline and the sparkling bay. The Gondola Company is offering a special Mother’s Day Cruise Package that includes a 50-minute private gondola cruise for up to six people. The package includes a bottle of Italian Prosecco, two mini bottles of Marinelli’s Sparkling Apple Cider, a Mini Butterfly Box of See’s Candies chocolates, a fresh spring bouquet and complimentary corkage for anyone who prefers to bring their own bottle. A selection of wines and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase, as well as an additional bouquet for $75. The Mother’s Day Cruise Package is priced at $259 for a four-person cruise. Reserve your spot today so you can spend this Mother’s Day on the water! The Gondola Company on Facebook / Instagram