Monarch butterflies are visiting gardens and other open spaces. In recent years, scientists have been concerned about this species’ populations; read more about this issue and get monarch-wise with our Quick Guide. Here are five monarch portraits from past editions of our Photo Contest.

2013 Photo Contest Entry © Kris Quinn

2014 Photo Contest Entry © Ken Conway

Monarch Caterpillar, 2010 Photo Contest Entry © Harry Wales

2012 Photo Contest Entry © Will Katcher

2014 Photo Contest Entry © Kim Caruso

Do you have a beautiful shot of your own? Consider entering our 2015 Picture This: Your Great Outdoors photo contest!

It’s time for the Audubon Shop’s Bird Feeder Sale! Throughout the month of August, Mass Audubon members can save 20 percent off all bird feeders, poles, and baffles. Visit the Audubon Shop in Lincoln to find the right bird feeder for your window or outdoor space, and get in the mood with these great photos of feeder-visiting birds (and one flying squirrel) from past editions of our Photo Contest.

2012 Photo Contest Entry © Crystal Hope Garrity

2014 Photo Contest Entry © Aimee Grace

2012 Focus on Feeders Photo Contest Entry © Anne Greene

2013 Photo Contest Entry © Paige Mortis

2012 Focus on Feeders Photo Contest Entry © Nadine Ronan

Do you have a beautiful shot of your own? Consider entering our 2015 Picture This: Your Great Outdoors photo contest!