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Monarchs return to the United States and Canada in spring
Monarchs begin to emerge from the Mexican mountains in spring and search for water before they return to the United States and Canada.
Original Air Date:
Feb 17, 2009
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Monarchs return to the United States and Canada in spring
Monarchs begin to emerge from the Mexican mountains in spring and search for wat...
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