WEBINAR – Milkweed, Monarchs and OE in Florida: It’s Complicated

“Milkweed, Monarchs and OE in Florida: It’s Complicated” was originally broadcast live on July 17, 2024. View the recording above.

The majestic Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) has captivated the public’s interest. Yet there is much confusion about the best way to support these remarkable insects in Florida. In this informative webinar, Dr. Jaret Daniels, curator of the Florida Museum of Natural History’s McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity, shares the latest science-based information and explains the impact of OE disease on Monarch populations. He also provides practical advice on managing milkweed in the Florida landscape.

Dr. Jaret Daniels is a University of Florida associate professor of entomology and curator/director of the McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity at the Florida Museum of Natural History. His research focuses on insect ecology, population biology, and conservation, with particular emphasis on butterflies and other native pollinators.

Dr. Jaret Daniels, curator/director of the McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity at the Florida Museum of Natural History