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Behind the Scenes: How New Butterfly Species Are Still Being Discovered - - The Butterfly Connection -

Behind the Scenes: How New Butterfly Species Are Still Being Discovered

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When we think about discovering a new butterfly species, many of us imagine scientists trekking through rainforests with nets in hand. While fieldwork remains critical, some of the most exciting butterfly discoveries today are happening in a far quieter place — inside museum collections. Natural history museums around the world house millions of preserved butterflies, […]

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Butterfly Science Breakthroughs of 2025 - What New Research Reveals — and Why It Matters for Conservation, Curiosity & The Butterfly Connection - - The Butterfly Connection -

Butterfly Science Breakthroughs of 2025 – What New Research Reveals — and Why It Matters for Conservation, Curiosity & The Butterfly Connection

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Butterflies aren’t just garden jewelry. They are biological masterworks — breathing examples of evolution, engineering, adaptation, and survival. And 2025 has been an exciting year for butterfly science. From genome sequencing projects to discoveries in wing nanotechnology, researchers are uncovering astonishing details about how butterflies work, evolve, and shimmer. It turns out, the closer we

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When the Sky Glows, So Do the Wings: What the Northern Lights Can Teach Us About Butterfly Brilliance - - The Butterfly Connection -

When the Sky Glows, So Do the Wings: What the Northern Lights Can Teach Us About Butterfly Brilliance

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This week, much of the U.S. is turning its eyes northward as a rare and powerful geomagnetic storm sets the stage for a dazzling aurora borealis light show. Look up at the evening sky, you may catch a glimpse of pink, green, and violet streaking across the sky — a cosmic performance normally reserved for

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Butterfly or Moth

Butterflies vs. Moths: What Science Says About Their Differences

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They flutter through the same skies, sip from the same flowers, and occasionally sneak into the same frame — but scientifically speaking, butterflies and moths are not the same creature. If you’ve ever wondered whether that delicate winged visitor at your porch light was a butterfly on a night out or a moth with morning

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Hibernate, Hide, or Head South: The Great Butterfly Winter Debate - - The Butterfly Connection -

Hibernate, Hide, or Head South: The Great Butterfly Winter Debate

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When it comes to escaping winter, butterflies have options. Monarchs grab the spotlight, fluttering thousands of miles to Mexico like tiny orange tourists chasing the sun. But what about everyone else? The truth is, most butterflies don’t migrate at all. Instead, they tough it out — tucked in, frozen still, or quietly biding their time.

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Wings and Webs: Nature’s Halloween Costume Party

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While you’re picking out a Halloween costume, nature’s already ahead of you. From wings that look like dead leaves to patterns that scream “Don’t eat me!”, butterflies and insects have been mastering disguise long before humans ever raided the seasonal aisle. This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on nature’s ultimate masquerade — and how

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Real Resin-Encased Scorpions Are This Season’s Darkest Décor Trend - - The Butterfly Connection -

Real Resin-Encased Scorpions Are This Season’s Darkest Décor Trend

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When Nature Gets a Little Dangerous Forget plastic pumpkins and foam spiders—this Halloween, the décor trend with real sting is authentic resin-encased scorpions. Each one, a real creature frozen mid-strike, gleaming under layers of clear resin.They’re creepy. They’re gorgeous. And they’re scientifically fascinating. At The Butterfly Connection, we celebrate the raw artistry of nature—transforming exotic

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The Atlas Blue Butterfly: Tiny Wings, Big Genes - - The Butterfly Connection -

The Atlas Blue Butterfly: Tiny Wings, Big Genes

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Did you know the tiniest of butterflies is hiding the biggest genetic secret in the animal kingdom? Move over blue whales and elephants — the Atlas blue butterfly (Polyommatus atlantica) has just earned the record for the highest chromosome count of any multicellular animal on Earth: a jaw-dropping 229 pairs. That’s not just a world

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Butterflies and New Seasons: The Symbolism of Change

Butterflies and New Seasons: The Symbolism of Change

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As summer fades and autumn arrives, nature reminds us that change is not only inevitable—it’s beautiful. Few creatures embody this message better than butterflies. With their delicate wings and dramatic life cycle, butterflies have long symbolized resilience, transformation, and fresh starts. Whether you’re beginning a new season of life, adjusting to fall routines, or simply

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It’s Time to Go! How Butterflies Know When to Migrate - - The Butterfly Connection -

It’s Time to Go! How Butterflies Know When to Migrate

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Every year, millions of butterflies take to the skies on incredible journeys that can span hundreds or even thousands of miles. But how do these delicate creatures know when it’s time to leave? The answer is written in nature’s cues—light, temperature, and instinct. At The Butterfly Connection, we celebrate these natural marvels by preserving their

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