Monarch Butterfly Garden in a Box Project

  • Location
    Manhasset, New York
  • Status
    Active
  • Age Level
    14 to 18 Years

The Problem

Monarch butterflies have been classified as an endangered species since 2022. In 2024, eastern monarch butterfly populations have decreased by 59%, bringing them closer to extinction. As expected, monarch butterfly sightings are not as common as they used to be, particularly in my community and the rest of Long Island.

Our Plan

My project is to help create more monarch butterfly gardens in the backyards of our community. By creating “Monarch Butterfly Garden in a Box,” I can reach more community members. The box would contain seeds of plants that monarch butterflies need to feed and oviposit on, including common milkweed and native nectar plants. The box would also contain information about how and where to plant the seeds and their care. I would also create an email to answer questions and try to follow-up with families to assess how successful a seed distribution project can be. I plan to create at least 100 prototype boxes and give them to children who live in the community. Working with younger children, I can help educate them about Monarch butterfly conservation and distribute the boxes and encourage them to plant the seeds at home with their parents.

Themes Addressed

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    Biodiversity Loss
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    Endangered Species
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    Migratory species
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    Pollinators

The Benefit

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    Animals
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    Environment
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