Insects in Peril
Extinct & Endangered
An exhibition of the American Museum of Natural History, New York (amnh.org) with photographs by Levon Biss.
Experience the hidden beauty of insects – and their silent farewell.
Discover the unexpected beauty of insects in the exhibition “Insects in Peril – Extinct & Endangered”. The fascinating pictures by award-winning photographer Levon Biss show bees, beetles and butterflies like never before: colorful, unique, but also vulnerable. Many of the insects you see in the exhibition are critically endangered or have already disappeared forever.
- Exclusive photographs
- Interactive elements
- Scientifically sound
- Emotional approach to the topic of species extinction
Madeira Brimstone, endangered. © Levon Biss
Raspa Silkmoth, imperiled. © Levon Biss
Blue calamintha bee, critically imperiled. © Levon Biss
Levon Biss
Photographer
Levon Biss is an award-winning British photographer. With his unique technique, he combines science and art in an impressive way. Each of his works consists of thousands of individual shots, which are combined to create extremely detailed portraits. His work can be seen in museums and galleries worldwide.
Photo: © Levon Biss
Information about the visit
The photo exhibition “Insects in Peril – Extinct & Endangered” awaits you at an extraordinary location:
in the historic Hagenbucher (e2).
The first floor is transformed into a temporary pop-up gallery and presents the impressive photographs by photographer Levon Biss – large-format, fascinating and moving.
Opening hours
The exhibition is accessible free of charge during the regular opening hours of experimenta:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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