Writer-naturalist Mike Weilbacher will share the butterfly’s unique story, weaving up-to-date science on the creature’s status with folk legend and even Aztec myth. You’ll gain a new appreciation for this king of butterflies, and learn innumerable ways you can help this incredible animal. The author of “Wild Philly: Explore the Amazing Nature In and Around
MoreThis Silver-Spotted Skipper was one of many butterfly species that were documented during a July count around Bryn Mawr. | Photo by Jen Britton
Volunteer efforts across the region keep track of our fine fluttering friends
The flashy colors of butterflies are matched only by their names: red admirals, great spangled fritillaries, tiger swallowtails, painted ladies