But just how miniature do you need to be to qualify as a micro-moth? The scientific name for butterflies and moths is Lepidoptera. Museum curator David Lees specialises in the smallest species, ...

Welcome to the kaleidoscopic world of the butterfly wing. How do butterflies and moths (known collectively as Lepidoptera) make use of their vibrant wing patterns? Why are some species experts in ...

During the survey, the team documented around 60 species of butterflies and moths (Lepidoptera); 30 species of dragonflies ...

Moths and butterflies belong to the same insect order, the Lepidoptera. This category encompasses over 180,000 species. The butterfly and moth have their behavioral and physical differences.

The film explores the life cycles of butterflies and moths, specifically focusing on the Red Admiral butterfly and the Promethea moth. It discusses their similarities and differences, including their ...

It includes specimens from around the world but is especially rich in material from the Rocky Mountain Region. The strengths of our collection are the Hymenoptera (bees), Lepidoptera (butterflies), ...