Calisto hysius, Lepidoptera Collection Photo
Calisto hysius is a small butterfly endemic to the island of Hispaniola in the West Indies, with a wingspan of … Continue
It’s not easy being green
With the rush of the Spring Plant Sale and the 100th Anniversary Gala behind us it is time for the … Continue
Automeris Io, Lepidoptera Collection Photo
The Io moth, Automeris io, is widespread in a great deal of eastern North America, and despite its diminishing population, … Continue
Arcas imperialis, Lepidoptera Collection Photo
Arcas imperialis is in the family Lycaenidae, often called gossamer-winged butterflies. They have distinctly different coloring from either wing side, … Continue
Yes, they’re real
Swing by the Butterfly Rearing Lab and you’ll likely see gigantic moths hanging in the window. They are real, but … Continue
Phoebis avellaneda, Lepidoptera Collection Photo
The Phoebis avellaneda is sometimes called Red-splashed sulphur or Orange-washed sulphur. It is a fast and high flyer, as are … Continue
Goliath birdwing, Lepidoptera Collection Photo
The Goliath birdwing, Ornithoptera goliath, is one of the largest species of butterflies in the world. The males have the … Continue
Blue in a sea of green
The ubiquitous Blue Morpho, Morpho helenor or Morpho peleides, as many butterfly houses list them, is easily the king of … Continue
Orchids now on glorious display
The Rainforest Rambles returns from winter hibernation to bring you the beauty of orchids recently added to the exhibit. The … Continue
Discovery Zone, A New Doorway Arch
Last week was a tiny bit stressful for us, but our wonderful construction crew went above and beyond while shaping … Continue