When I was younger I was fascinated with butterfly collections -- I don't know if I'm *all* in for entomology, but I understand the interest.
That's very cool! Entomology is the science and study of insects. Did you have a personal collection?
No -- I think I disconnected from the fact the butterflies may have been *killed*, you know what I mean?! THAT part felt a little selfish, just for the sake of collection.
I'm sure it required a disconnect as butterflies are beautiful with large and brightly colored wings.
Yes, the variety is stunning. We lived in Hong Kong once upon a time, and I remember seeing *huge* brightly colored butterflies and smaller ones that I loved for their cobalt blue wings.
Cobalt is such a beautiful color with blue pigments and have been around since ancient times for paints and jewelry.