Butterflies
How does a caterpillar turn into a butterfly? A guide to nature’s greatest transformation
The metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly is miraculous, but how does the process actually work, and what happens inside that pupa?
Monarch butterfly migration: its remarkable 3,000 mile journey explored
Mike Unwin explores just how far this remarkable butterfly species travels when migrating
Butterfly vs moth: what's the difference?
Many people ask what the difference is between butterflies and moths, but the answer is not as straightforward as most would think, says Butterfly Conservation
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Silver-washed fritillary: a guide to one of Britain's biggest butterflies, including how they mate
Nick Baker takes a look at one of Britain's biggest butterflies, the silver-washed fritillary
Can butterflies hiss?
Did you know peacock butterfly can ward off attackers by 'hissing'?
The butterfly life cycle explained
Richard Fox explores the life cycle of a butterfly
Marsh fritillary: how a life-support bubble helps this rare butterfly survive winter
Nick Baker takes an in-depth look at the marsh fritillary's winter survival skills
Mega insect migration stuns scientists
Seeing millions of insects cross from Asia to Europe has been a revelation
How to make a butterfly-friendly garden
It's easy to attract a range of butterfly species to your garden, and our expert guide offers some top tips for doing so.