Leaf House Scientific brings the hidden world of invertebrates into focus through cutting-edge exhibitry and natural history media. Our work merges science and art to evoke awe in the mighty minuscule.

Services

Wrangling

Colony Supply, Live-Animal Management

North America's only supplier of tropical ant colonies, with USDA/USFWS-compliant handling and expert support for colony care, husbandry, and invertebrate-focused projects.

Exhibitry

Living Exhibit Design, Fabrication, Support

We design, build, and sustain living invertebrate exhibits, from first sketch to long-term care—engineered for both visual impact and the lasting health of the animals within.

Media

Macro Videography, Photography, Licensing

One-of-a-kind macro imagery of live invertebrates: licensable footage and stills, commissioned shoots, and science-based content built for accuracy and impact.

In Focus

American Museum of Natural History

Leafcutter Ant Permanent Exhibit

Conceptual leadership, biological systems design, and long-term colony support for the leafcutter ant exhibit at the Gilder Center Insectarium.

Read the New York Times coverage of the exhibit

Cat Person - Studio Canal

Live Invertebrates for Feature Film

Wrangling and live-animal management for Cat Person, providing specialized insect handling for narrative film production.

BBC’s Green Planet

Field Wrangling for Natural History Film

Leafcutter ant wrangling and production support for BBC’s Green Planet, including script input, site selection, and field coordination for natural history filming.