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- The Butterfly Connection - Nature's Palette: How Butterflies Achieve Their Brilliant Colors

Nature’s Palette: How Butterflies Achieve Their Brilliant Colors

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Few creatures in the natural world display colors as breathtaking as butterflies. From the shimmering blues of the Morpho to the fiery orange of the Monarch, these delicate wings aren’t just beautiful—they’re marvels of biology and physics. But how do butterflies achieve such brilliant hues? Pigments: Nature’s Paintbox Some butterfly colors come from pigments, natural […]

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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 -  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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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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- The Butterfly Connection - The Magic of Milkweed: A Key to Butterfly Conservation

The Magic of Milkweed: A Key to Butterfly Conservation

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Milkweed is much more than just a beautiful addition to your garden—it’s a lifeline for monarch butterflies. As butterfly lovers, we know how important it is to create habitats that support and nourish these incredible creatures. That’s where milkweed comes in! In this blog post, we’ll dive into the significance of milkweed for butterflies and

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- The Butterfly Connection - Are We There Yet? The Marvel of Spring and the Monarch Migration

Are We There Yet? The Marvel of Spring and the Monarch Migration

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As the warmth of spring begins to unfurl across North America, so too does the Monarch butterfly’s spectacular journey from Mexico to the United States. Monarch butterflies have one of the most remarkable migrations of any insect, traveling up to 3,000 miles from their overwintering sites in Mexico’s Sierra Madre mountains to breeding grounds in

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- The Butterfly Connection - Fluttering Through Time: Ancient Egyptian Butterflies and Your Modern Connection to Beauty

Fluttering Through Time: Ancient Egyptian Butterflies and Your Modern Connection to Beauty

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Butterflies have been charming us humans for millennia. Long before Instagram accounts dedicated to nature’s jewels and before carefully curated butterfly collections, the Egyptians were already in the game. Over 3,000 years ago, in the bustling city of Thebes, artisans painted delicate butterflies onto walls as symbols of beauty and transformation. Yes, even the Pharaohs

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- The Butterfly Connection - The Struggle is Real: A Closer Look at the Fierce World of Butterflies

The Struggle is Real: A Closer Look at the Fierce World of Butterflies

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When most people think of butterflies, they picture delicate, colorful creatures flitting peacefully from flower to flower, embodying freedom and tranquility. They seem like tiny, fragile ambassadors of peace, right? Well, think again! Butterflies have a side we rarely see, a competitive, even predatory edge that’s vital for survival. Yes, butterflies can be fierce! At

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