Apollo - one of Europe's most beautiful butterflies

Not only butterfly collectors, but also scientists have an intense interest in the magnificent creature. But never before has the life of this endangered species and its development from egg to caterpillar, then cocoon and finally as a complete butterfly, been so fascinatingly and excitingly presented. This documentary includes unique slow-motion sequences of the Apollo in flight, dramatic footage of its struggle in the face of rain and storm, hitherto unobserved wild bee attacks, fighting for the last drops of nectar from flowers.

Unfortunately, the beautiful Apollo cannot be spotted in many of its former habitats between Siberia and France, as it has practically become extinct in most regions since the middle of the last century. On its search for light, warmth and nutrition, there are few refuges where it can find an intact environment. One of the last areas in which the Apollo can be found, and at the same time home to the largest interrelated population in Germany, is the Mosel Valley. Here are the Apollo's sun terraces.

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