Butterflies are beautiful, but to some people, they are terrifying. The fear of butterflies, called lepidopterophobia, may seem unusual, but it’s real.
Some people feel anxious or even panicked at the sight of fluttering wings. Experts believe this phobia comes from unpredictable movement—our brains struggle to track the way butterflies fly.
Others may have had a childhood experience that made them afraid. Allegedly, even famous people like Nicole Kidman have admitted to this fear!
Phobias don’t always make sense, but they are real psychological reactions. Luckily, exposure therapy can help people overcome even the strangest fears.
