The Audubon Insectarium, now located alongside the Audubon Aquarium on the New Orleans riverfront near the French Quarter, is an engaging entomology museum dedicated to showcasing the fascinating world of insects and arthropods. This family-friendly attraction features over 50 live exhibits, including leafcutter ants and giant millipedes, and allows visitors to explore the important roles of these animals in our ecosystem through interactive displays. Highlights include the tranquil Butterflies in Flight garden, where hundreds of exotic butterflies flutter freely, and the unique Bug Appetitstation, which offers adventurous visitors the chance to sample edible insect cuisine.