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The lay-person and the scientist team up to tag thousands of monarch butterflies on the insects' 2,000+ mile migration to Mexico every fall.

Monarchs that live throughout most of the continental United States and in Southern Canada in the warmer months take a long journey south for the winter.

Raising Monarchs is a great, hands-on science lesson for kids, as they watch them grow from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly.

Can you recognize the monarch butterfly and its caterpillar? The monarch is distinctive and fascinating in its habits and life cycle.

Older adults take friends and family to learn about monarch butterflies at the waystation during their yearly flyover while migrating to Mexico.

There is an ever-increasing need to provide butterfly habitats as current ones are disappearing at an alarming rate. Many seniors are planting butterfly gardens.

Both Mexico and the United States are contributing to the potential extinction of the monarch butterfly despite the creation of a biosphere reserve to protect them.

The British head of state formally opens each session of parliament in a ceremony which dates back centuries.

"No other animal is more typical of a healthy environment, nor more susceptible to change, than a butterfly" (Feltwell 1986).

Larvae of regal monarch butterflies, soldier and queen butterflies as well as grey hairstreaks find their primary food source in the lowly milkweed.

The house of Stuart ruled England, Scotland and Ireland from 1603 until 1714. They ruled during the English Civil War as well as the Restoration period of Charles II.

From being born the heir to the throne of England to becoming a ladys maid to her hated half sister, Mary displayed an inner strength through a turbulant childhood.

Combine tourism with a wildlife adventure or two.

KIng Ashoka was the epitome of a religious and spiritual leader who sought to unify all the people of his land. Without him Buddhism may have never blossomed as it did.

Official documents, maps, manuscripts, books, correspondence, portraits, jewellery, tapestry and paintings tell the story of Henry VIII's reign through his own eyes.

"Henry VIII: Man and Monarch" provides an outstanding record of an excellent exhibition. A good read provides fascinating insights into the mind of a great monarch.

This exhibition looks at misconceptions about Henry VIII's life - his six wives, the monasteries, the church, the murders, the achievements and his legacy to the nation.

An informative look at the life and times of England's most lustful and illustrious monarch.

The continuing ill health of King Bhumibol Adulyadah, Thailand's longest reigning monarch, is causing much concern in the royal family and consternation in the Kingdom.

The L.A. Sparks take two overtimes to get it done, but they beat Sacramento 96-88 after trailing 63-42.

The poisonous caterpillars and adult butterflies have distinctive warning colouration to deter predators.

Monarch butterflies travel from Canada to Mexico for the winter. There are many dangers along migration routes, but enough survive to maintain the species.

Monarch of the Glen is the tale of the MacDonald family of Glenbogle. Set in the Scottish Highlands, this BBC drama had a devoted following for seven series.

While saving a crumbling castle on a 40,000 acre estate in Scotland may not sound like the makings of a hit show, Monarch of the Glen immediately found a wide following.

At the end of Series 2, it appeared that the path to happiness was finally cleared for Archie and Katrina. But Series 3 brings more troubles to Glenbogle in Stella Moon.

Although Archie MacDonald has dealt with tragedy and loss, he continues with his plans to make Glenbogle a profitable Scottish estate in "Monarch of the Glen Series 4".

Archie has made the estate profitable and the future looks bright. But not everyone is happy at Glenbogle and the arrival of a few newcomers upsets everything.

With the departure of Archie and Lexie MacDonald for New Zealand, Archie's half-brother, Paul Bowman, becomes the Laird of Glenbogle with all its ups and downs.

After seven series, 'Monarch of the Glen' comes to an end. Paul must find a way to save Glenbogle while dealing with Iona, the quiet but feisty local shepherdess.

Millions of Monarch butterflies migrate to the mountain forests of central Mexico every winter. Four sanctuaries provide public access and an unforgettable experience.

Backless boosters car seats are only suitable for certain vehicles. Parents looking for quality, safe seats can be confident in these best picks for older kids.

Gorgeous, fragrant flowers, edible pods, food and habitat for monarch butterfly and other insects, a source of material for string: the virtues of milkweed go on and on.

If you are travelling to Mini-Hollywood or Mojacar, where do you look to buy good value, direct flights to Almeria, Spain, from Dublin, Manchester, Birmingham and London?

Whether they are at risk or not, offering Monarch butterflies a place to stay is easy, enjoyable and fulfilling. These delicate creatures are a wonder.

Species become migratory when it gives them adaptive benefits. The genetic basis of migration means that it is slow to respond to environmental changes.

Absolutism, or an Absolute Monarchy is based on the idea that monarchs have divine rights, and do not need to answer to parliament or their nobility.

The Northwest Florida coast may seem an unlikely place for a butterfly house or butterfly garden, but the Florida panhandle is a major stop-over for butterfly migration.

After a Bill has passed through both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, it must be given the Royal Assent before becoming an Act of Parliament.

Based on the novels by Compton Mackenzie, the show follows the MacDonald family trying to save their Scottish estate from ruin. Pleasingly packed and full of surprises.

Pirates weren't the only terrors on the high seas of the Caribbean - privateers had their own plundering to do.

A guide to the 2007 first round WNBA playoff matches.

Richard III was the last reigning English monarch to be killed in battle. He spent his boyhood at Middleham Castle.

For centuries Maundy Thursday, the day prior to Good Friday, has been observed by Christians marked with symbolism from the Last Supper.

Fifty-five years before the first night baseball games were introduced to the major leagues in 1935, lighting was brought to baseball at lower levels.

Alapa'inuiakauaua, king of Hawaii, was aware of the prophecy that said a sign of a great ruler's coming would be a comet and he would be known as "killer of chiefs".

Migrating insects return to the same wintering locations while they fuel, rest, and use routes and flight patterns that are similar to those used by birds.

The accession of Elizabeth brought a cautious optimism about the future. Years of upheavals and religious strife left England a divided nation.

Granada, the world's most visited UNESCO World Heritage site, attracts over 7000 visitors daily - whose entrance fees bring in more than ten million Euros each year.

Taking a look at the origins of the ceremonies which make up the annual State Opening of the UK's Parliament.

The New Jersey Audubon Society's Cape May facilities add to knowledge of bird and butterfly migration with monitoring programs. Public outreach gets everyone involved.