By Robert Gallardo Introduction Butterfly watching and photography is increasing in popularity with each passing year. Butterflies are usually easier to find and photograph than birds or mammals and they require less sophisticated camera equipment. Plus, they are usually more abundant than other groups of fauna. Add to the fact that many are brightly colored, and it’s no wonder that more people…
Preparing Your Butterfly Garden for Spring
Spring is almost here, so it’s time to prepare your butterfly garden for the upcoming season. If you want your garden to succeed, there are…
Hairstreaks & Highlands of Honduras Butterfly Tour
Trip Report-April 20-27, 2022 By Robert Gallardo With Guides Robert Gallardo & Robert Gilson. This year marked the inaugural Hairstreaks and Highlands Tour to Honduras,…
2022 Lower Rio Grande Valley
Monday 31 October 2022 Cloudy. Today was arrival day, and we had pick-ups from the airport spread throughout the day. Tuesday 1 November 2022 The…
A New Survey of Butterfly Diversity in Honduras | Fauna Ventures
Learn more about the new survey of butterfly diversity in Honduras and the 704 species found at Emerald Valley.
“Guide to the Butterflies of Honduras” – A Sneak Peek
We are excited to share with you that “Guide to the Butterflies of Honduras” is set to be released in 2023! The author, Robert Gallardo,…
Three Mental Health Benefits of Traveling to Find Butterflies
Butterflies symbolize hope, change, and new beginnings. There’s nothing like a little trip to chase after these beautiful creatures to remind you of life’s possibilities.…
6 Easy Ways to Attract Butterflies To Your Garden | Fauna Ventures
Butterflies are amazing creatures that can brighten up any garden. They are also crucial for the environment, as they help to pollinate flowers and plants.…
Colombia’s Endemic Butterflies, a New Guide | Fauna Ventures
Colombia is a country that is rich in biodiversity, with many different species of animals and plants found nowhere else in the world. As a…
Environmental Conservation and Why Insects Matter | Fauna Ventures
When most people hear the word insect, their first thought is usually of pests and nuisances, but they play a vital role in the health…