After realizing I couldn’t name most of the plants in my neighborhood, I downloaded a plant identification app. It was a great way to connect with my surroundings. “Plant identification starts when we ...

Did you know that South Carolina has its very own state butterfly? The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio glaucus) was designated as the official butterfly of the Palmetto State by Act Number 319 in ...

Look closely at your backyard butterflies! Here's how to detect the subtle differences among the three butterflies that look ...

What Does a Common Buckeye Butterfly Look Like? A surprising number of species include the word “common” in their name, although the species itself is anything but ordinary. One good example is the ...

CHARLESTON — Community members are invited to help with an identification survey of butterflies and to attend a series of related special events, including a new Charleston Butterfly Festival on Aug.