Once abundant monarch butterflies are disappearing in the United
States, but that's only part of the story. Many other butterfly species
are also in trouble, and human action is often the cause of their
plight. What can we do to help protect this important insect?
In clear and compelling language, Melissa Stewart showcases twelve North
American butterflies--from the familiar eastern tiger swallowtail to the
rare Palos Verdes blue butterfly--and the ecosystems that support their
survival.
The simple narrative states the dangers that each of these butterfly
populations face, and informative sidebars describe the efforts of
people to save them. Featuring glorious full-color illustrations by
Higgins Bond and range maps for each butterfly, this book is perfect for
aspiring entomologists and conservationists.
This nonfiction picture book is one of the six titles in the
prize-winning A Place for... series, a collection that opens readers'
minds to a wide range of environmental issues and shows how humans are
striving to protect animals and their natural habitats.