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Are you really into insects? Find out where you can go to see the world's most fascinating insects. This topic covers insect festivals, insect-related travel, ways to volunteer on insect research projects, and insect trivia.
Butterfly Exhibits Around the World
Most of us only see a handful of butterfly species in backyard gardens or local parks. If you want to see a real diversity of butterfly species, visit a butterfly exhibit. There are butterfly conservatories and gardens all over the world. Here are some of the best butterfly exhibits in the world. Plan a trip to visit one soon, and don’t forget your camera!
Project Insect
A traveling insect exhibition featuring artists in action, painting giant bugs in public places. Check out their website for a schedule and to find out how to bring Project Insect to your city.
Michigan State University Bug House
Going to be in the East Lansing, Michigan area anytime soon? Make plans to visit the Michigan State University Bug House, where entomology students and professors will introduce you to some unusual insects.
BugFest - North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
As the nation's largest single-day bug event, BugFest — held annually at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in downtown Raleigh — offers quirky bug-filled fun for adventurous people of all ages.
Bug Bytes - Clubs and Organizations
From the University of Florida's Bug Club website, a listing of insect clubs and organizations around the country. See if there's a local bug club for you to join!
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