Members of Quebec’s National Assembly vote in favor of Bill 496, paving the way for the white admiral butterfly to become the province’s inaugural insect emblem.
Historic Recognition for Native Species
The white admiral, a butterfly native to Quebec, gains official status as a provincial symbol through this legislation. This move caps a campaign spanning decades to honor the species.
Details of Bill 496
Introduced to celebrate Quebec’s rich biodiversity, Bill 496 receives strong support in the National Assembly. Lawmakers highlight the butterfly’s widespread presence across forests and meadows throughout the province.
Officials note that Quebec already boasts emblems like the snowy owl and fleur-de-lis, but the white admiral marks the first for an insect. The butterfly’s striking black wings with white bands make it a fitting representative of local wildlife.
