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In this conversation, Host Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Anurag Agrawal discuss the intricate relationship between monarch butterflies and milkweed, exploring themes of coevolution, chemical ecology, and the ecological arms race. He explains how monarchs have adapted to survive the toxic compounds in milkweed, the challenges they face due to habitat destruction and pesticides, and the importance of conservation efforts. The discussion highlights the fascinating dynamics of species interactions and the need for community involvement in preserving biodiversity.ChaptersFollow Dr.Agrawal’s research:https://ecologyandevolution.cornell.edu/anurag-agrawalhttps://agrawal.eeb.cornell.edu/Read or listen to Monarchs and Milkweedhttps://www.amazon.com/Monarchs-Milkweed-Migrating-Remarkable-Coevolution/dp/0691166358Preorder my book Reefer Wellness!https://www.amazon.com/Reefer-Wellness-Understanding-Cannabis-Medicine/dp/0593847156✨ Want Exclusive Content?Join the Bioactive Patreon community for as little as $1/month to ask guests your burning questions, access exclusive content, and connect with Dr. Kirk one-on-one. www.Patreon.com/Cannabichem🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more expert insights into cannabis science, plant biology, and more!Keep up with Dr. Riley Kirk:https://www.bioactivepodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/@cannabichemhttps://instagram.com/cannabichemhttps://www.appliedpharmacognosy.org/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices