Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Wonder is in Our Nature®
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The rice paper butterfly (Idea leuconoe) is one of the staples of the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven and one of our visitors’ favorites. Their beautiful white and black wings stand out in contrast to the green foliage which makes them relatively easy to spot. If you’re an Animal Crossing lover, you might know them by another name — the paper kite butterfly!
Do you ever wonder how a butterfly gets its colors? Or how turtles hibernate? Do you wonder how birds know where to migrate each year? For over 165 years, the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has served a unique role in the city of Chicago connecting people of all ages to nature and science through immersive exhibits, fun family events, important conservation research and in-depth education programs, inspiring the wonder in all of us.
Hopefully the Peggy Notebart Nature Museum in Chicago (near Lincoln Park Zoo) will re-open soon.