Montes Azules is a good example of a butterfly reserve that has been established. This reserve's purpose is to not only preserve butterfly habitat, but to provide the human residents with their economic needs. In following Mexico's lead, Canada has taken steps to protect the summer homes of the monarchs. Hundreds of thousands of monarch butterflies spend their summers along the shores of Lake Ontario and Lake Erie and in southern Quebec. Presently, three sights along Ontario's great lakes have been designated as butterfly reserves.
Monarch butterflies are incredibly fascinating creatures.
Only recently have their life and migratory cycles been studied and recorded. Little was known of their enormous struggle for survival against such forces as nature and humans. We hope that this glimpse into the life of the monarch butterfly has helped you to appreciate more than just their breathtaking appearance. Works Cited 1. Feltwell, J. 1986.