As of today, in season, building toward peak (~July 1). Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Petaloudes (the Valley of the Butterflies) is a shaded river canyon on Rhodes where the island subspecies of the Jersey tiger moth gather in large numbers after the wet season.
The insects (Euplagia quadripunctaria rhodosensis) aestivate on tree trunks and rocks during the hot months, creating a dense, stationary congregation that is visible to daytime visitors.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Valley of the Butterflies - Main Entrance / Natural History Museum (Ano Kalamonas) |
| Kalopetra Monastery viewpoint (top of Petaloudes trail) |
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