Wings of Change

Wings of Change is spreading the word about the importance of butterflies and pollinators worldwide. We educate the community about how butterflies affect everything, including fire safety, drought tolerance, and our health.

Stephanie Holbrook

Funereal Duskywing Butterfly (Erynnis funeralis) Butterfly of the Month January 2024

Funereal Duskywing Butterfly (Erynnis funeralis) Butterfly of the Month January 2024

These butterflies inhabit a variety of habitats, including deserts, warm or arid lowlands, and roadsides. The Funereal Duskywing butterfly (Erynnis funeralis) is commonly found in Southern California, Arizona, New Mexico,

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Common Buckeye (Junonia coenia)

Common Buckeye Butterfly (Junonia coenia)

“Wings of Change” organization educates the community about the significant role of butterflies in various aspects, including fire safety, drought tolerance, and health. Their butterfly of the month is the Common Buckeye Butterfly (Junonia coenia). They migrate thousands of miles using cues like the sun and magnetic fields. These butterflies have distinctive looks, and they rely on certain plants like False Foxglove, Monkey Flower, and Yellow Toadflax for survival. They’re known for migrating to the Southern U.S. and Mexico to escape colder months, showcasing their phenomenal adaptation abilities.

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