A volunteer-powered program focused on tracking the fall migration of monarch butterflies. Based at the University of Kansas, this initiative supports education, conservation, and research around monarchs and their habitats—helping scientists better understand one of nature’s most iconic migrations.

A crowdsourced community science program that engages people across North America in tracking wildlife migration and seasonal changes. By contributing observations, participants help build scientific understanding, promote environmental awareness, and deepen connections to the natural world.

A long-running research effort involving volunteers across the U.S. and Canada since 1997. Participants collect data on monarch larvae and milkweed habitats, helping scientists monitor population trends and better understand breeding patterns across North America.

Originally launched in Utah, this growing project collects and maps firefly sightings across western states, including Colorado. In partnership with Butterfly Pavilion, community scientists help track firefly populations and expand knowledge of these lesser-known, light-emitting insects.