Yo Ottawa, need a tropical escape from winter wonderland? The Lepidoptera squad (that’s butterfly-speak for these gorgeous scaled-wing insects) has officially moved into the Canadian Museum of Nature’s solarium from December 6, 2024, through January 4, 2026. Real talk about these incredible pollinators – we’re looking at dozens of different species living their best lives in the museum’s solarium. The absolute superstar? The Morpho menelaus, or blue morpho if you’re not into scientific names. These stunning specimens are ethically sourced from sustainable farms in Costa Rica and the Philippines, arriving as pupae (science speak for teenage butterflies-to-be). “We’re thrilled to … Continue reading Butterflies in Flight: Canadian Museum Hosts 18,000 Species, Including 10% of Global Population in Ottawa