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Scientists identify which butterflies are most at risk as the climate warms

(CNN) — Challenging times are ahead for smaller, lighter-colored butterflies as Earth’s climate continues to warm, a new study has found. Unlike their relatives with larger wings and darker colors, ...
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SC has an official state butterfly. Here’s how to identify and attract it to your yard this spring

Did you know that South Carolina has its very own state butterfly? The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio glaucus) was designated as the official butterfly of the Palmetto State by Act Number 319 in ...
Smithsonian Magazine

Who Can Identify the World’s Rarest Butterfly

The St. Francis Satyrs now number around 1,000 and are found in an area of less than 20 acres. Melissa McGaw Nick Haddad is a tall, quick-to-smile Minnesotan. But lest the easy grin fool you, he is ...

As forests are cut down, butterflies are losing their colours

The insects’ brilliant hues evolved in lush ecosystems to help them survive. Now they are becoming more muted to adapt to degraded landscapes – and they are not the only things dulling down ...
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Scientists identify which butterflies are most at risk as the climate warms

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Challenging times are ahead for smaller, ...