Common Name: Field Crescent
Scientific Name: Phyciodes pulchella
Family: Nymphalidae
Range: Alaska, Canada and continental States west of the Great Plains
Fun Fact: These butterflies often lay their eggs on asters and other closely related plants. Asters also provide nectar for adult butterflies in late summer and early autumn.
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.
