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Insects' lives: The transformations of a moth

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Dates
July 21 to December 21 2025
Hours
2:30 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Museum
4581, rue Sherbrooke Est
Montréal, QC Canada
H1X 2B2

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In the shadow of a leaf, there is mystery and wonder... The metamorphosis of Québec’s largest butterfly is a succession of fascinating transformations! During this animated activity featuring insect puppets, experience the life of the cecropia moth up close. Discover its journey from a tiny egg, to a multi-coloured caterpillar, to a fluttering adult.

Duration: 20 minutes

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