VOICED : Mariposas monarca volvieron a Mexico

The migration of monarch butterflies from Canada and the USA to Mexico tripled in the 2015-2016 season due to actions by the three North American governments. The butterflies occupied four hectares of forest, a significant increase from the previous year. While this is a positive trend, threats such as pesticide use, extreme weather, and deforestation remain. Scientific monitoring shows a recovery trend, but vigilance is necessary to protect the monarch population.

What was the main reason for the tripling of monarch butterfly migration to Mexico in the 2015-2016 season?

• Increased food supply in Mexico

• Reduced pesticide use

• Warmer climate conditions

• Efforts by North American governments

How much forest area did the monarch butterflies occupy in Mexico during the 2015-2016 season?

• Four hectares

• Three hectares

• Two hectares

• One hectare

What does scientific monitoring suggest about the monarch butterfly population?

• It is declining rapidly

• It is showing signs of recovery

• It has stabilized

• It is unaffected by environmental changes

What is one of the main threats to the monarch butterfly's food source?

• Deforestation in Canada

• Pesticide use in the U.S. and Canada

• Urban development in Mexico

• Climate change in Europe

Besides pesticide use, what other challenges do monarch butterflies face during migration?

• Increased predators

• Extreme weather conditions

• Overpopulation

• Lack of water sources