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"Journey South News" updates are the core of Journey North. They are published on this Web site and by e-mail. These updates include the latest migration maps and data, and they summarize news about the migrations and seasonal events we are tracking. The calendar is different for each species and seasonal event. Check it out!
Quick links to each news story are listed below...
This news just in: The monarchs arrived in large numbers yesterday at Mexico's winter sanctuary region. The news was announced by biologist Eduardo Rendon. "Today, all of the roads that lead to the Monarch Reserve are full of butterflies." We'll be back next week with our final migration update of the season. Meanwhile, picture millions of monarchs flying across the finish line as they complete their long migration. Congratulations, monarchs!
In a great week, 20 young crane-kids proved they have their act together! Three weeks into their 1,285-mile journey south, they flew three times this week for a total of 130.4 miles gone. Video clips, slide shows, journal questions and our “Who’s Flying This Ultralight?” photo quiz keep craniacs current in this week's daily Web reports. Photo: Chris Gullikson
Just 6 monarchs have reached the finish line in Mexico. We expect to have news by next week that they're arrived by the millions. The monarchs migrating to Mexico will spend the winter--together--in an astonishingly small region. What conditions make the habitat in this region ideal for monarch survival? In this week's slideshow, find out what scientists are learning about the unique microclimate of the monarch overwintering region.arrive. Image: NASA
How are the changing seasons affecting YOU? Take a minute and think of the ways. Study the Earth viewed from the moon. How has the sunlight and shadow changed since last month? Amazing things happen with each season. Learn about the millions of butterflies that observers reported in October. Why do you think they call this butterfly a snout? Photo: Mike Quinn
We know at least three ruby-throated hummingbirds have reached their winter home in Costa Rica! Patricia Nethercote announced the news from her backyard in Guayabo de Bagaces, and she sent snapshots to prove it. Meanwhile, our migration maps show hummingbirds are going, going, and almost gone from Cananda and much of the United States. If you are still seeing hummingbirds, please let us know! Photo: Patricia Nethercote
For the past week, monarchs have been crossing northern Mexico in higher numbers than have been seen for years. Across which Mexican states do the monarchs travel in Mexico? Explore a map of the probable migration pathway and see why Dr. Calvert says it's "delightfully confusing." This week's slideshow features the holiday people in Mexico celebrate at this time of year, as the monarchs arrive. Photo: Rocio Trevino, age 10.
Happy Fall Equinox! Autumn begins in the Northern Hemisphere on September 22nd. It's a good time to begin to explore the Mystery Class investigation. Do you "wonder" what this global game of hide-and-seek is all about? Explore the relationship between the sunlight and seasons. Begin close to home by observing the seasonal changes taking place in your own town. Watch for additional "Countdown" messages each month until Mystery Class begins in February.
What is a tulip bulb? Science begins with observation. Learn to look at your bulb closely. Draw it, and compare it with others. How would you describe it? New Journey North tulip garden maps give us a good view of Europe and Asia. Watch for gardens to appear on the other side of the globe this fall! Brush up on map reading with weather maps. And, try an experimental garden to compare with your official Journey North garden.
Welcome to the 2009 Symbolic Monarch Butterfly Migration. Let's send butterflies to Mexico! The postmark deadline is approaching – October 13 – only a few weeks away. Learn about the 4 things you will need to make, print, and mail. We want your class butterflies to complete a successful migration! Read carefully.
Help
Track Monarch Butterfly Migration to Mexico!
"Citizen scientists" are contributing
important information about monarch migration. We hope you're ready to
help! Find
out how to report your sightings and track the migration on live maps.
Weekly
FALL MIGRATION UPDATES will be posted here every Thursday,
from September to November.
The
Symbolic Migration: Send
a Monarch to Mexico!
The 14th annual Symbolic Migration is about to begin. Children
across North America are invited to make and send their own monarch ambassadors
to Mexico this fall.
Whooping
Crane Migration
Follow the story of more than 20 endangered Whooping Crane chicks
making their first journey south as ultralight airplane "parents"
teach them the way. Learn about the cranes from egg to first flight. Then
join their first migration from October to December
Journey
North Tulip Test Gardens
Plant a test garden this fall so you can track the sweep of spring
across the Northern Hemisphere as your tulips burst forth and bloom. This
annual international experiment begins underground each fall when you
plant your own tulip test garden bulbs. Join the fun!
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