One of Canada's most cherished species seems to be making a comeback in Toronto gardens — at least for a few more days. Jode Roberts poses with pollinator-friendly wildflowers near Woodbine Beach, planted to help create a butterfly-friendly habitat in Toronto. Monarchs are currently considered a species of "special concern" by Ontario, but Roberts said his organization is pushing for better protections. Wasps, bees, and other species of insects also reap the benefits of a wet, lush season. Slow recovery from population crashIn the meantime, Roberts says the city should "savour the joy" of the monarchs, especially given their difficult past few years.

Source: CBC News September 22, 2017 09:56 UTC