David Pavlik

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As of September 2026: Leading the Poweshiek skipperling recovery effort since 2021

The Poweshiek skipperling butterfly was down to nine known individuals in the United States in 2022. After captive breeding programs released more than 1,300 butterflies in 2025, surveyors this summer counted over 100 on a single walk at Michigan restoration sites.

Updated Sep 11