For many years, scientists had had difficulties studying migration in insects because of their size and experts’ inability to ...

This Graphium policenes is one of nearly 40 species of swordtail butterflies known to inhabit Africa. Photograph by Rebecca Hale, NGM staff Farmer Philippe Andé finds solace in the creatures.

Visitors will have a chance to see butterflies from various parts of the world, including Central, North and South America, Africa, and Asia.