# @thecottagepeach on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKFsKYEc7p
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/63477620-thecottagepeach-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/34b750f8c9.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-10-23T15:59:08.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Dagny Kream (@thecottagepeach) — https://gondola.cc/thecottagepeach

## Caption

Eastern Monarchs have declined by about 80% since the 1990s. The widespread use of herbicides has led to a dramatic decrease in milkweed, the sole food source for monarch caterpillars. The destruction of overwintering sites has impacted the population. 
While the problem is complex, you can help:

🦋Plant native milkweed species to support local monarch populations.   
🦋Reduce pesticide use
🦋Create a pollinator garden
🦋Contribute to data collection by monitoring monarch populations and reporting sightings.   
🦋Educate Others: Share this post to spread awareness about the monarch crisis and inspire others to take action.

#pollinatorgarden #organicgardener #monarchbutterfly

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monarchbutterfly, organicgardener, pollinatorgarden

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