The Texas Observer reports
The wildlife sanctuary’s conservation work has been overshadowed by political drama over its location on the border.
More than 100 butterfly enthusiasts descended on the border city of Mission over Halloween weekend to celebrate the annual Texas Butterfly Festival. The event marked a comeback for its host, the National Butterfly Center, which has been threatened and harassed by right-wing extremists who believe (falsely) that the wildlife sanctuary is a human trafficking hotspot. The center closed from January to April over safety concerns.
“We reopened the National Butterfly Center on Earth Day, and this year it was honestly a big celebration,” recalled Marianna Treviño-Wright, director of the center.
Read more at Texas Butterfly Center Makes a Comeback After Right-Wing Attacks – The Texas Observer
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