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Monarch conservation in Iowa sees uptick in overwintering
Eastern monarchs may be rebounding with higher overwintering counts though western numbers reach near record lows. Warm temperatures and habitat efforts by Linn County residents like native milkweed planting and nectar plant gardens support migration. Experts caution long term trends depend on future spring highs and drought conditions.
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