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Prepare for bucking broncos and rodeo clowns at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show. This particular livestock show is one of the top ten in the state. The famous festival features a parade, a rodeo, a beauty pageant, and a livestock competition. As you enjoy the activities, the best-raised steers, rabbits, goats, lambs, pigs, and horses win first prize. The mission of the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show is to provide a safe and educational environment that promotes family, community, and volunteerism. They strive to encourage the youth of South Texas through leadership development, agricultural education, and competition to create the leaders of tomorrow.

The National Butterfly Center is a scenic destination that spans over 100 acres and is a prime location in the country for butterfly enthusiasts who want to get close to these beautiful insects. With over 300 species of butterflies thriving among some of the most lush plant life in the Rio Grande Valley, the Center offers a mesmerizing sight. The monarch butterfly is an iconic American species that has unfortunately decreased in numbers due to shrinking habitats, environmental toxins, and climate change. Public interest in conservation efforts to protect this species has increased, which is a positive development. However, it is essential to note that of the 456 butterfly species tracked by NABA, 320 have shown less positive trends than the monarch butterfly.