The western migratory monarch population collapsed to less than 2,000 overwintering butterflies in the winter of 2020-21. This rapid and steep decline emphasized the need to quickly strengthen existing conservation efforts by leveraging our collective resources to protect this iconic species. In response, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife is working with a diverse array of partners, including members of the public, non-profits, and agencies, to restore key habitat and develop educational materials in an effort to support Monarch recovery.