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Insect Agency


Insects are everywhere, in a mind-blowing diversity of shapes, colours and species.

Insect Agency, an exhibition developed by Queensland Museum, explores the surprising variety of ways insects do good - for the planet and humanity.

From maintaining healthy ecosystems, pollinating our crops, to providing inspiration for new technologies, they are six-legged superheroes.

  • Discover more than 1,000 insect specimens, from the tiniest wasps to brightly coloured butterflies, dracula ants, dung beetles and stick insects.

  • Experience nearly all 349 species of Queensland butterflies on display – which make up more than 75% of Australia’s 450 or so butterfly species.

  • Learn about the Dracula Ant, whose jaws can snap shut at a speed of 320 kilometres per hour!

  • Test your skills with Metamorphosis Match and learn all about insect life cycles.

  • Get interactive with our digital Bug Builder and Insect Sorter games.

  • Bug out with some seriously striking photo opportunities!

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