It would definitely be a good outcome if more people will think twice about the needs of the tiger swallowtail, the crecopia, and other gorgeous and important lepidopterans, and how they can support these creatures by providing their specific native host plants. In the fall, the clean-up strategy should allow for at least some whole leaf litter to remain untouched around the base of host plants in landscape beds, yard margins, or wooded areas, wherever feasible on their property, thus increasing the odds of survival for these overwintering insects.
Here is an interesting article (also podcast) from 'A Way To Garden' website which discusses various techniques to use during Fall cleanup to protect and encourage wildlife (esp. insects and birds): A saner approach to fall cleanup, with the Habitat Network’s Rhiannon Crain (pdf). OR listen to the podcast.
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