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All his life, Kevin Gauthier has followed the tracks of insects with an unrelenting passion. Today a master’s student–researcher, he shows me around...Read more
Two billion people in the world consume insects. Not out of necessity, but based on taste. In Québec, however, and as popular as local gastronomy...Read more
Arachnophobia, the fear of spiders, is one of the most widespread animal phobias. However, only 0.5 percent of spider species represent a real danger...Read more
Native pollinators are having a hard time of it these days. A lot of citizens are looking for things to do that will help them out. Essentially,...Read more
Every year, the monarch populations of eastern North America spend the winter in central Mexico. And if the monarch travels more than 4,000...Read more
Insect nesting boxes , sometimes called “insect hotels,” aim at boosting the number and diversity of insects in the environment. They have become a...Read more
Pollinators are essential for our vegetable gardens, boosting the production of a number of our favorite fruits and vegetables in a significant way...Read more
When I talk about my work, most people are surprised that I can rear insects and make a career out of it. But in fact, there are many reasons for...Read more
On August 24 and 25, the Insectarium team invites the entire family to an exceptionnal event. Get out the drums and the trumpets, coz it’s party time...Read more
In the information and mobile-technology age, it’s easier than ever to immortalize the spectacles that nature presents. Were you aware that when you...Read more