Butterfly wings get their color in ways that almost feel impossible. Up close, each wing is made of countless tiny scales that either hold pigment or manipulate light.

The monarch butterfly is easily identified by its bold orange, black and white coloring. This fascinating insect goes through an amazing life cycle consisting of four stages: egg, larvae, pupa, and ...

At left: On the lookout for butterflies, children examined the flowers at Prospect Gardens with nature educator Pam Newitt (holding net). The group spotted several butterflies, including a tiger ...

A Sept. 25 letter to the editor suggested that The Trexler Game Preserve’s butterfly release was a marketing ploy. The Trexler Game Preserve’s Project Monarch is science education at its best. To ...