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Into the Wild: Monarch butterflies and migration

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Each year, monarch butterflies undertake one of the most remarkable migrations in the natural world.

As late summer approaches, monarchs begin their journey south, traveling thousands of miles toward overwintering grounds. Along the way, they depend on healthy habitats that provide nectar and native milkweed.

South Carolina serves as an important stopover for these iconic butterflies. Supporting pollinator-friendly landscapes helps ensure monarchs and other pollinators continue to thrive.