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NewsKEYT News — Ventura CountyJune 28, 2026Ventura

Reporter Patricia Martellotti Wins Regional Emmy for Monarch Butterfly Coverage

News Channel reporter Patricia Martellotti received a regional Emmy Award for her reporting on a research project using tiny transmitters to track monarch butterflies.

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Why It Matters

This report highlights the use of new tracking technology intended to assist in the conservation efforts for endangered monarch butterflies.

Key Facts

  • Patricia Martellotti received a regional Emmy Award for her coverage of a monarch butterfly research project.
  • The research project utilizes tiny transmitters to track the movement of monarch butterflies.
  • The stated goal of the technology is to improve survival chances for endangered monarch butterflies.

Who's Mentioned

personPatricia Martellotti“News Channel reporter who received a regional Emmy Award.”locationLa Jolla“Location where the news report originated.”organizationNews Channel 3-12“The media outlet that employed the reporter and published the story.”