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The tropical Greenhouse is home to a special exhibit of live tropical butterflies! Get eye-to-eye with flowers that fly at Butterfly Magic from October 16, 2007 to March 31, 2008.
Peer into the eyes of tropical butterflies during this special seasonal exhibit featuring over a 100 different species during the exhibit period from Australia, Asia, Africa and the tropical Americas.
All of the butterflies in the Gardens’ exhibit are hatched from eggs and live as caterpillars in butterfly farms in tropical parts of the world. When the caterpillars change into the pupa or resting stage, they are carefully counted, labeled, and packed. In the pupa stage of the butterfly life cycle, no food is required so they can survive the trip to Tucson.
“Enjoy what may seem like a tropical vacation in the Gardens’ intimate greenhouse without even leaving Arizona,” said Nancy Laney, Executive Director of the Gardens. “Plus, help support global efforts for sustainable conservation. Butterfly farms offer a way for local people living in tropical forests to make a living without cutting them down.”
Butterfly Magic is open daily from 10:00am - 3:00pm. Admission to the exhibit includes Gardens’ admission and is $11 for adults (ages 13+), $5.50 for children ages 4-12. The exhibit is free for children 3 and younger. The exhibit is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day and New Year’s Day.
Butterfly Gift Guest passes are available and make great gifts. The passes are available for sale in the Gardens Gift Shop. Or click here to purchase online with a credit card. The passes will be mailed to you in 10 business days. Please plan your visit accordingly.
Flutter in the magic by volunteering! Many opportunities are available. Click here to learn more.
Thanks to these 2007-08 sponsors!
  
The Stonewall Foundation The Ralph L. Smith Foundation     
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