Left to Right: Common Sootywing, Peck's Skipper, White M Hairstreak, Eufala Skipper, Common Buckeye Caterpillar This count has sighted some butterflies that are uncommon to rare, as well as some that are not seen in the Durham and Orange County area. Meet up is in the parking lot near the restrooms. This count will take […]
Learn how to raise an Eastern Black Swallowtail caterpillar into a butterfly during this 45 minute workshop conducted by Lori M. Carlson of Backyard Butterflies and hosted by Wild Birds Unlimited in Chapel Hill. The Fine Print You Really Need to Read Before Registering Before registering please note that your caterpillar may require care for […]
We will be conducting education and community outreach at Bass Lake Day. Come by an see what caterpillars or butterflies we have collected from our backyard habitat, recent moth sightings, and more! We plan to have some DIY butterfly related crafts for a quick make & take project.
Join us for an evening of moth-ing in our backyard habitat! We will be firing up our 400 watt metal halide and 40 watt UV light to bring all of the moths to the yard! This moth night is a practical supplement to the presentation at Wild Birds Unlimited in Chapel Hill on moths. If […]
Launch of our new online store! We have host plants for 16 species of butterfly and moth, and 38 species of nectar plants for the 2020 growing season. All orders are for pick-up at our location in Hillsborough. Customers who live within 30 miles of our location can opt to have their purchase delivered for […]
We believe butterfly walks can be conducted as long as we uphold the recommended 6+ feet from one another and keep the group size to 10 or less. About the only time there could be crowding is when we are all trying to get a look at these very small butterflies at the same time. […]
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Event Details & Description Join us for the 4th conduction of the Orange County NABA Count! If you are not familiar with what is a NABA count, please visit the NABA website for more information. All butterfly identification skill levels are welcome to participate. We welcome any amount of time you can provide to cover […]
Join local butterfly expert and enthusiast LM Carlson in learning how to raise an Eastern Black Swallowtail caterpillar into a beautiful butterfly. During the workshop you will learn about the life cycle of the butterfly, unique characteristics of Swallowtail butterflies, and how to care for both the caterpillar and chrysalis.
Meet up will be at the Visitor’s Center in the morning. This location offers a pleasant walk through stands of pine forests. Pathways are packed sand. Wearing sturdy walking or hiking shoes is recommended along with long sleeves and pants as we will go off trail in some locations to look for as many butterfly […]
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