butterflies

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When aquatic biologist Tim Wong found out that the California Pipevine Swallowtail population was in decline, he recreated a safe habitat where they were able to flourish.
The end of pollinators will kick you in the (sweet) teeth.
Though the population was up this winter, the winged insects aren't out of the woods yet.
It's part of a group of butterflies that typically have special traits to help them survive the extreme cold.
Butterfly kisses? Thanks, I'll pass.