butterflies

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While Nereyda felt the familiar butterflies about what the next day might bring, AB focused on what mattered to her.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

"With Plumpton College, we've created this incredible space where we'll house up to 3,000 butterflies," Matt said.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

"Without butterflies, and pollinators in general, there's no flowers, no food, no plants."

From BBC • May 22, 2026

His Turner Endangered Species Fund, launched in June 1997, has worked to save gopher tortoises, monarch butterflies and leopard frogs, working mainly with private landowners.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The course was a colorful jumble of pirate ships, giant butterflies, neon toadstools, and even half a school bus.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn