Habitat Management Aids Butterfly Survival

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At-risk butterflies more likely to survive with human help

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Scientists have long warned that insect populations worldwide are falling rapidly due to the combined effects of climate change, habitat loss and pesticides.

Washington State University researchers analyzed data on 114 populations of 31 butterfly species in 10 U.S. states.

Researchers found that these at-risk butterflies are particularly vulnerable, with populations declining at an estimated rate of 8% a year.

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