
The Remarkable Way that Butterflies Mate
Clip: Season 36 Episode 12 | 1m 46sVideo has Closed Captions
Did you know butterflies mate while facing away from each other?
Butterflies have a remarkable method for mating. See how these incredible insects reproduce.
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Major support for NATURE is provided by The Arnhold Family in memory of Henry and Clarisse Arnhold, The Fairweather Foundation, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Charles Rosenblum, Kathy Chiao and...

The Remarkable Way that Butterflies Mate
Clip: Season 36 Episode 12 | 1m 46sVideo has Closed Captions
Butterflies have a remarkable method for mating. See how these incredible insects reproduce.
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