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

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

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

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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- The Butterfly Connection - From Egg to Flight: A Butterfly’s Life in August

From Egg to Flight: A Butterfly’s Life in August

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August is one of nature’s busiest months for butterflies. While summer winds down for us, it’s just the start of a crucial chapter in their life cycle. In gardens, meadows, and forests, some species are racing to complete their transformation before cooler weather arrives, while others are preparing for long migrations south. It’s a month

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Whoa, It’s Hot Out: How Butterflies Handle a Heat Wave

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As temps climb and the sun blazes, you’re not the only one searching for shade and iced drinks—butterflies are feeling the heat too. These delicate, winged wonders may look carefree, but when a heat wave hits, they’ve got to work hard to survive. Here’s what’s really happening to butterflies during extreme summer heat—and how you

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- The Butterfly Connection -  Are Butterflies Smart? Fascinating Butterfly Science You Didn’t Know

 Are Butterflies Smart? Fascinating Butterfly Science You Didn’t Know

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When you picture a butterfly, you probably think of delicate wings, colorful patterns, and quiet elegance fluttering through a summer garden. But beneath that beauty lies something truly fascinating: a surprisingly complex little brain. That’s right—butterflies are smarter than they look. From long-distance migration to remembering scents, these insects are full of surprises. Let’s explore

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Butterflies in the summer sun

Celebrate the Summer Solstice: A Time to Soak in the Light and Beauty of Nature

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The summer solstice—marking the longest day and shortest night of the year—is a celebration of light, warmth, and nature’s peak abundance. Occurring around June 20 or 21 in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s more than just a celestial event. It’s a moment to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the natural world around us. At The Butterfly

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Not Just Butterflies: Resin Encased Bats Have Landed at The Butterfly Connection

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We know, we know. We’re called The Butterfly Connection. But sometimes you have to spread your wings and make room for something a little… different. A little darker. A little more bat-like. And honestly? These resin encased bats are just too awesome not to share. If you’ve ever been fascinated by nature’s less-celebrated creatures—or you’re

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Follow That Butterfly! How Monarchs Find Their Way Home.

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A while back, we shared a blog about the incredible journey of the monarch butterfly as it begins its spring migration north from the highlands of central Mexico. Now that spring is in full swing, let’s pick up where we left off and follow those iconic orange-and-black travelers as they continue their epic voyage. So,

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