The Apollo Butterfly: How Genome Research and Habitat Studies Drive Conservation Efforts
The Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo), a species of conservation concern throughout Europe, is emblematic of the delicate balance between genetic
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Hands-On learning with the Apollo in Austria
As part of the LIFEApollo2020 project, several engaging workshops were held across Austrian schools this year to introduce students to
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Gardens for Apollo: Something for Butterflies, Caterpillars, and People
One of the key activities of the Apollo 2020 project, “Conservation of Parnassius apollo in Poland, Czechia, and Austria,” is creating habitats
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Dogs on a Mission: Conserving Wildlife with Naturschutzhunde
Conservation efforts are evolving with new and innovative approaches. One of our most exciting tools is the Naturschutzhunde, or “conservation dogs”. These specially
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New home for the Apollo in Krkonoše mountains
In June, the Krkonoše Mountains briefly became home to the very rare Apollo butterfly. This butterfly is a relic from
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Volunteering for Apollo in Poland
This post is written by Maria Gezela and Karolina Baranowska and includes a report about their volunteering experience for LIFE
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The effect of climate change on the Parnassius Apollo butterfly
Written by Maureen Nieuwschepen This article is the second in a two-part, scientifically-based series on Parnassius apollo. Worldwide climate change
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LIFE Apollo2020 Partner Meeting and Monitoring Visit in Saalfelden, Austria
From July 22nd to 26th, 2024, the partners of LIFE Apollo2020 gathered in Saalfelden, Austria, for their annual meeting. This
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Migratory history and ecology of the Apollo butterfly
Written by Maureen Nieuwschepen This article is the first in a two-part, scientifically-based series on Parnassius apollo. Origin and migratory
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Release of 50 Apollo butterflies in Czechia!
On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, the Czech partner JARO released 50 Parnassius apollo butterflies into the Krkonoše mountains! They set out to
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