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Explore our 7,000 square-foot tropical rainforest, home to more than 1,200 live butterflies and 350 plant species from around the world. Witness butterflies emerging from their chrysalids and watch us release them into their rainforest habitat.
Fun Facts
- The Conservatory not only contains butterflies but also 15 land and water turtles, two doves, finches, frogs, fish and hermit crabs.
- The environment in the Conservatory is always kept at 80% humidity and between 70 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit regardless of the weather outside.
- The Butterfly Pavilion purchases about 500 butterfly chrysalids each week from butterfly farms located in rainforests around the globe, contributing over $80,000 annually to sustainable farming operations in endangered ecosystems!
Volunteer! Learn about tropical butterflies and share your knowledge with visitors. |
