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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

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

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

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

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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- The Butterfly Connection - How Fast Can a Butterfly Fly? Unveiling the Surprising Speeds of These Graceful Flyers

How Fast Can a Butterfly Fly? Unveiling the Surprising Speeds of These Graceful Flyers

Butterflies—those delicate, colorful creatures that flit through gardens and fields—have a reputation for being slow, graceful, and serene. But have you ever wondered just how fast they can really go when they’re on the move? While butterflies aren’t exactly known for breaking speed records, their flying speeds might surprise you! The Speed of a Butterfly:

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- The Butterfly Connection - Whoa, Did You See That? A Dive into Butterfly Eyes

Whoa, Did You See That? A Dive into Butterfly Eyes

Ever found yourself looking at a butterfly and thinking, Wow, that’s one magical creature? Well, brace yourself, because butterflies have something pretty wild going on with their eyes—something you might not expect. Get ready for an eye-opening adventure (pun intended!) as we dive into the world of butterfly vision. 🦋 Up to 17,000 Mini Eyes?

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- The Butterfly Connection - Did You Know? Fascinating Butterfly Facts You Might Not Have Heard Before

Did You Know? Fascinating Butterfly Facts You Might Not Have Heard Before

Butterflies are some of the most enchanting and colorful creatures in nature, but there’s much more to these delicate insects than meets the eye. At The Butterfly Connection, we’re passionate about sharing the beauty of butterflies through our stunning framed collections, but we also love celebrating the fascinating world they inhabit. Here are some amazing

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- The Butterfly Connection - Species Spotlight:  Sunset Moths - An Insect with One Cool Paint Job

Species Spotlight:  Sunset Moths – An Insect with One Cool Paint Job

At The Butterfly Connection, we love celebrating nature’s most stunningly beautiful creations, and today we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on one of the most visually striking moths in the world: the Madagascar sunset moth (Urania ripheus). With wings that mimic a rainbow in motion, this incredible insect is a true masterpiece of natural design,

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- The Butterfly Connection - Are You a Lepidopterist? … Wait, What Did You Just Call Me?

Are You a Lepidopterist? … Wait, What Did You Just Call Me?

Hold on a second, lep-i-dop-ter-ist? That sounds fancy. Is that even a real word? It is—and it’s actually pretty fascinating! A lepidopterist is someone who studies butterflies and moths, and while the term might sound a little intimidating, it’s really just a way to describe people who are captivated by these winged wonders. If you’ve

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