Insecta: The Ladies of Entomology

About this board game

Insecta: The Ladies of Entomology is a 2022 board game for 2–4 players, with games lasting about 60 minutes. Each player takes the role of an entomologist competing to assemble the most beautiful and interesting collection of insects in the world.

On your turn, choose two insect or target cards. These choices help you pursue objectives and earn points as you develop your collection. The challenge lies in deciding which cards best support your plans and the goals available during the game.

Entomologists and travelers reveal and facilitate some of these objectives. Their influence is connected to the order of the insects and the places where those insects are found around the world, giving the collection a broader geographical and scientific context.

• Collect insect cards to build a distinctive collection.
• Choose two insect or target cards on each turn.
• Work toward objectives shaped by entomologists and travelers.
• Score points through the order of insects and their worldwide locations.

Beyond its collecting and scoring system, Insecta presents a tribute to the women whose contributions to entomology have often remained unrecognized. At a time when being a woman brought seemingly insurmountable obstacles, these naturalists were brave, irreducible, and tenacious in their passion for insects.

With its focus on insects, exploration, and overlooked scientific histories, Insecta combines competitive card choices with a celebration of women in entomology.