Butterflies and Moths

Information about the Spicebush Swallowtail and its larval and nectar plants are provided in this article. Many photographs of the butterfly and flowers by Y.L. Bordelon aka... keep reading →

Butterflies are one of the most incredible animals. Even people who don't like insects are most probably amazed by these winged wonders. These creatures are just perfect and... keep reading →

Bute Park is one of the biggest and most popular parks in Cardiff. It is situated right next to Cardiff Castle and the bank of the River Taff runs along one side of it. Some... keep reading →

The Eastern Black Swallowtail butterfly can be found in the south and southwest. Its caterpillars feed on members of the parsley family. Photos and information about... keep reading →

What is lovelier than a butterfly? And where better to see a lot of them but a butterfly house. Maybe my pictures. keep reading →

The round-trip journey that the Monarch butterflies make each autumn and spring is only done by every 4th generation of Monarchs. keep reading →

When I was a boy, and indeed later in life, I used to enjoy finding caterpillars and discovering what species of moth or butterfly they would eventually produce. I... keep reading →

Herbs are such beneficial plants to grow. Why not consider planting some for their beauty and use, but also to attract butterflies to your garden space? Find out more here. keep reading →

Searching for kids nature games or butterfly habitat for kids or a live butterfly garden for kids? Then the Insect Lore butterfly garden is the one you will love to know... keep reading →

The emerald swallowtail is a gorgeous butterfly, in my opinion. I share here some photos, and some information about the butterfly, including that it is sometimes called the... keep reading →