Entomology/Lepidoptera – Fascinating Butterflies
Natural Sciences

Entomology/Lepidoptera – Fascinating Butterflies

The butterfly and moth collection presents the impressive diversity of Lepidoptera from around the world. Together with Dr. Matthias Nuß, curator of the current special exhibition “iNUVERSUMM”, visitors can discover remarkable specimens and fascinating aspects of butterfly research.
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Start 17:00 o'clock
End 23:00 o'clock

At a glance

SENCKENBERG Naturhistorische Sammlungen Dresden
A.-B.-Meyer-Bau
2. OG rechts
Königsbrücker Landstraße 159
01109 Dresden (Dresdner Norden)
Dr. Matthias Nuß, Manuela Bartel,
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Description

The Lepidoptera collection of the Senckenberg Natural History Collections Dresden invites visitors to explore the fascinating world of butterflies and moths.

The collection features remarkable specimens from around the globe, ranging from delicate native species to colourful tropical moths and butterflies. Dr. Matthias Nuß, head of the Lepidoptera section and curator of the current special exhibition “iNUVERSUMM”, provides insights into research, collection management and the extraordinary diversity of this insect group.

Visitors can learn more about biodiversity, evolution and the importance of scientific collections for research.

Information on the event format

Presentation Exhibition

Stations

Hugo-Junkers-Ring

  • N7 (tram)
  • 70 (bus)

Industriepark Klotzsche

  • N7 (tram)
  • 70 (bus)
  • 7 (tram)

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