Murdered moth mystery with Inspector Insector

The Special Insect Squad needs you! Myrtle the moth has been murdered and Inspector Insector needs your help to solve the mystery. Help him patrol the streets of Bug City as a member of the S.I.S. and learn about the fascinating lives lived by New Zealand's unique insects.

* Upon arrival, everyone is sworn in as an Insect Investigator - taking the Insect Oath to protect the citizens of Bug City....and insects everywhere.

* All Insect Investigators are loaned a jar and a magnifying glass and join Inspector Insector as we hunt for the culprit who murdered Myrtle the moth.

* After all the streets of Bug City have been thoroughly searched and our suspects are in custody there is a debrief to see if any of the captured insects could be the murderer.

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Inspector Insector has written a book about how he came to be put in charge of the Special Insect Squad.

You can buy a copy of Fly-Spy and the private eye in our gift shop or contact the Inspector for details

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What our other guests had to say

Awesome afternoon had by all ages at Earthlore. Fantastic chance for the kids to get up close and personal with some bugs. Loved the flea circus, donkeys, fruit forest and dress ups. Must do if you're near Owaka

John-Renee White, Riverton

Had a wonderful time with four children aged 9-12 visiting Earthlore this January. There was plenty for the children to do and we all found the insect displays and habitats very interesting. Highly recommend for a family afternoon out. Also would be a wonderful place for a group of adults who...

Anna Claire.

Really fun and informative. The wonderful garden and superb bird life are a bonus.

Debbie Gutherie, Dunedin