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The International Union for the Conservation of Nature added the butterfly for the first time to its list of threatened species.

Scientists have taken notice as the population of monarch butterflies has been decreasing over the past few years. The species has been categorized as endangered.

There are 40 percent more tigers in the wild than previously thought, but with a maximum of 5,578 on the prowl, they remain an endangered species, conservationists said Thursday.

Population of monarch butterflies in North America has declined between 22% and 72% over 10 years

Migratory monarch butterflies, known for their North American migration, have been officially declared endangered by the IUCN due to factors like climate change and habitat destruction.

The butterflies are imperiled by loss of habitat, increased use of pesticides for agriculture and climate change.

The climate emergency is pushing monarch butterflies to the brink of extinction, as government action falls short.

The IUCN also announced that sturgeon are in rapid decline, while tiger populations are stabilizing.

Monarch butterflies are now listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. But there are ways you can help. Read how to make a difference, here.

Officials estimate that the population of monarch butterflies in North America has declined between 22% and 72% over 10 years, depending on the measurement method.