Monarch butterflies used to be a commonality, but since the mid-90’s, the species’ population is on the decline.
In January, Mayors Jason Bienski and Nancy Berry signed the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, which promised their cities would make an effort to help save the monarch butterfly.
Hallie Kutch, College Station Parks and Recreation Market Assistant, said the city is doing several things to help the cause.
“The city of College Station is creating a monarch-friendly demonstration garden at Lick Creek Park as well as a butterfly trail,” said Kutch.
She said the city has also altered their mowing schedules to allow for the growth of milkweed, which is an important food source for the monarchs.
How can you help?
Kutch said you can plant milkweed or other nectar-producing plants in your home garden. Free seed packets are available at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park.
Friday, July 29 is a free community planning meeting about developing habitat for monarchs and other pollinators. The meeting starts at 1:30 p.m. at the USDA Building on Holleman.
Email amgc4u@gmail.com to register.
Click here to read the blog post written by Kutch.
Click below to hear comments from Hallie Kutch visiting with WTAW’s Chelsea Reber.