As the first North American insect to go extinct due to humans, a blue butterfly has become an icon for insect conservation -- and what happens when humans destroy habitats without thought for the ...

The unexpected return of the butterflies to the California coast brings moments of wonder at a time when good news seems rare. Feb. 2, 2022 It does not have to be this way.

Human beings eventually reached this territory and settled into tribes that lived in communion with the Earth. They had no practical use for the butterflies but saw the mysterious insects as symbols.

Knowing evolutionary boundaries helps scientists forecast how wildlife will respond to our warming planet — and whether there ...

“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” -- Maya Angelou Never before in human history has there been such a wealth ...

With over 100,000 species in the superfamily Papilionoidea, butterflies are found on every continent except Antarctica. They are incredibly adaptable insects and live in various habitats, from ...

M onarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) have long captivated humans due to their fascinating life cycles and physical characteristics. On top of this, this type of butterfly is known for having ...

Some of the butterflies most in danger of fluttering out of existence fare better when their habitats are actively managed by humans, a recent study found. Scientists have long warned that insect ...

By Ashley Strickland, CNN. As the first North American insect to go extinct due to humans, a blue butterfly has become an icon for insect conservation — and what happens when humans destroy ...