: For the Monarch Butterfly, are we pursuing the right restoration path by planting non-native milkweed?..............All artificial medicine has side effects that can be as harmful as the malady they are seeking to treat..........Will the Monarch despite it's once vast numbers go the route of the Passenger Pigeon because of our incorrect medicinal prescription?

Sent by rick.meril@gmail.com: For the Monarch  Butterfly, a Long  Road Back By LIZA GROSS The migratory population of  monarch butterflies is  plummeting and well- meaning efforts by  enthusiasts may be  contributing to its plight. Or, copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://nyti.ms/1xfWBhU To get unlimited access to all New York Times articles, subscribe today. See Subscription Options.