Published on December 10, 2025
Written by Christina Robertson
About a 2 minute read
Monarch butterflies inspire awe through migrations that span thousands of miles across North America—a cycle repeated generation after generation. Their long-term survival, however, depends on a network of year-round habitats that support breeding, feeding, and overwintering populations. As these habitats decline, so does the resilience of the species.
Across parts of the United States, land degraded by methane-leaking orphan oil and gas wells presents both an environmental challenge and an opportunity. Reclamation and restoration efforts can play a role in addressing emissions while also supporting ecological recovery.
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