How To Identify a Monarch Butterfly and Tell It Apart From Lookalikes

The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is one of the most recognizable insects in North America — but it’s not the only orange-and-black butterfly out there. Several species have evolved to look remarkably similar, which can make identification tricky. This guide will walk you through how to confidently identify monarchs at every life stage, plus how […]
How to Contribute to Citizen Science with NASA

A cell phone, a computer—and your curiosity—is all you need to become a NASA citizen scientist and contribute to projects about Earth, the solar system, and beyond. Science is built from small grains of sand, and you can contribute yours from any corner of the world. All you need is a cell phone or a […]