There are many ways to be involved with protecting invertebrates. In this issue, we explore three very different contributions to this work: partnering with growers and food companies to create habitat on farmlands; scientists reintroducing a butterfly into its ancient haunts; and Xerces’ volunteer ambassadors connecting with people.
Looking Back, Moving Forward, by Scott Black.
Living Farms: Regenerative Agriculture Meets Biodiversity, by Anna Murray. Across the country, farmers are bringing habitat and wildlife back into the agricultural landscape and gaining multiple benefits by doing so.
Returning the Chequered Skipper to England, by Nigel Bourn and Susannah O’Riordan. Reintroducing a butterfly into its historic habitat takes science, planning, habitat restoration, and collaboration—and long days in the field.
The Power of Many Hearts, by Rachel Dunham. Xerces is lucky to have a group of remarkable volunteers who engage with their communities to promote invertebrate conservation.
Partner Spotlight: The California Association of Resource Conservation Districts.
Staff Profile: Meet Rachel Dunham, community engagement and volunteer coordinator.
Xerces News: Updates on Xerces Society projects and successes.