Did You Know?

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.

 

Painted Lady

Painted LadyCommon Name: Painted Lady

Scientific Name: Vanessa carduii

Family: Nymphalidae

Range: All continents except Australia and Antarctica

Fun Fact: The painted lady is the most widely distributed butterfly in the world. High rainfall can lead to population explosions, which stimulates massive migrations.



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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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