The monarch butterfly, a symbol of transformation and resilience, is closer to receiving federal protection. U.S. Fish and Wildlife officials plan to list the beloved pollinator as a threatened species by next year, citing climate change and habitat loss as dire threats. While the designation would shield monarchs from harm, it balances conservation with everyday life—allowing incidental impacts and limited educational use. The move underscores an urgent question: Can we act in time to preserve this delicate yet vital link in our ecosystems?
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