Insects

Morpho Butterfly Read More »

Morpho butterflies are spectacular. The upper side of their 5″- 6″ wingspan is covered with shimmering iridescent scales that flash brilliant blue, then disappear for an instant as the undersides of its wings show cryptic brown with eyespots…then the blue sparkles again further along the trail…then disappears… flashes… disappears… etc.

Hooded Mantis Read More »

The first time you see a hooded mantis, also called a leaf or shield mantis, you may have trouble believing your eyes, as it looks like a walking leaf, complete with the sort of damage and discolorations you’d see on an actual leaf.