Museum Koenig Bonn shows special exhibition "Multifaceted insects"

"Multifaceted Insects" shows the beauty and diversity of these six-legged creatures and brings their world to life. The exhibition outlines the causes and consequences of the massive decline in insects. It explains what options are available at a political and private level to stop the decline.

"I am delighted that we are drawing attention to the important group of insects with this special exhibition at Museum Koenig Bonn," emphasises Prof. Dr Bernhard Misof, Director General of the Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change (LIB). "The exhibition reflects a broad spectrum of insect science and presents it in a way that everyone can understand. As researchers, we are intensively looking for solutions to protect insects and are engaging in dialogue with politicians and the public."

Insects are the most species-rich group of animals. With their sophisticated behavioural strategies, they can be found in almost all habitats on earth. Their numerous abilities make them indispensable for ecosystems and also for our lives: Pollinators ensure good harvests, other insects help break down manure or plant parts. They are also an important source of food for many other animals. The decline in insects therefore has serious consequences - including for humans.

The travelling exhibition of the NORe network was developed in the "ProInsekt" project and funded by the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation as part of the Federal Biological Diversity Programme with funds from the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Protection, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety and the German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU). The special exhibition will be on display in Bonn until 6 September 2026.

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