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Butterfly and moth wings are covered by thousands of tiny scales that combine to create colorful wing patterns and enable the butterfly to find a mate, communicate and hide from predators.

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Brutus Charaxes

Common Name: White Barred Charaxes

Scientific Name: Charaxes brutus

Family: Nymphalidae

Range: Africa

Fun Fact: The white barred Charaxes is one of the fastest butterflies in the world, sometimes reaching speeds of up to 40 mph.

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The Butterfly Pavilion combines science education with interactive fun to teach visitors about invertebrates and conservation. Our five immersive exhibits, including our rainforest filled with 1,600 free-flying tropical butterflies, provide a year-round, unforgettable experience. Visitors can get up close and personal with live animals, enjoy daily educational programs, explore the wonder of the outdoors on the nature trail, and discover the newest traveling exhibit. Butterflies are just the beginning.

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