Monarch butterflies get tiny trackers to help scientists follow their mysterious migration
Andrew Kim
Andrew Kim
Reporter · Akron, OH
Andrew is a graduate of Ohio University and has been reporting on arts and community happenings in Akron for 5 years. He has experience with both local newspapers and digital platforms, enhancing his understanding of diverse audiences.
More from Andrew →Reporter · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 5:25 PM · 1 min read
As a child, Rebeca Quiñonez-Piñón wondered where monarch butterflies stop for a meal and a night's rest on their long migrations across North America. Now she and other scientists are attaching tiny tracking devices to hundreds of butterflies to find those critical stopover locations before they disappear.