The Parthenos sylvia, or the Clipper, is a butterfly usually found in the rainforests of South and Southeast Asia. They have … Continue
The Atlas moth (Attacus atlas) is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan of over 9.8 … Continue
Calisto hysius is a small butterfly endemic to the island of Hispaniola in the West Indies, with a wingspan of … Continue
With the rush of the Spring Plant Sale and the 100th Anniversary Gala behind us it is time for the … Continue
The Io moth, Automeris io, is widespread in a great deal of eastern North America, and despite its diminishing population, … Continue
Arcas imperialis is in the family Lycaenidae, often called gossamer-winged butterflies. They have distinctly different coloring from either wing side, … Continue
Swing by the Butterfly Rearing Lab and you’ll likely see gigantic moths hanging in the window. They are real, but … Continue
The Phoebis avellaneda is sometimes called Red-splashed sulphur or Orange-washed sulphur. It is a fast and high flyer, as are … Continue
The Goliath birdwing, Ornithoptera goliath, is one of the largest species of butterflies in the world. The males have the … Continue
The ubiquitous Blue Morpho, Morpho helenor or Morpho peleides, as many butterfly houses list them, is easily the king of … Continue