Coudersport Public Library will host “Magnificent Monarchs”, a free program and Monarch butterfly tagging demonstration, on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the endangered Monarch butterfly, and its amazing migration.  The program is geared for upper elementary school age through adult participants.

Emily Shosh, educator for the Potter County Conservation District, will discuss conservation efforts for Monarchs and other pollinators. Participants will also learn about citizen science opportunities, including tagging, and assist with tagging of live, wild butterflies on-site!

In July 2022, the International Union for Conservation of Nature listed the Monarch Butterfly as “Endangered”. There are multiple threats to monarch butterflies including habitat loss, climate change and agricultural pesticide use that is reducing milkweed populations—a plant on which the monarch lays its eggs. Community scientists are encouraged to help track Monarchs.  These land stewards are also helping monarch populations by planting local and native species of milkweed at many preserves across North America. This event is an opportunity to be part of those efforts.

Registration is required. Call the Library at 814-274-9382, stop in, or email coudersportlibrary@gmail.com in advance of the program.