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BUTTERFLY WORLD FAQ
What is the Best Time of Year to Visit?
- Butterfly World has thousands of live butterflies and hundreds of birds on display at all times. There are no “bad” times of the year!
What is the best way to dress for a visit to the park?
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Proper attire, including shoes and shirts, must be worn at all times. The park is a family-oriented environment. Ensuring that our park is family-friendly is an important part of the Butterfly World experience. In that spirit, we ask you to use your discretion and common sense.
Inappropriate Attire
Butterfly World reserves the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or attire that could detract from the experience of other Guests. Attire that is not appropriate for the park—and which may result in refusal of admittance—includes but is not limited to:- Costume masks, which may not be worn by Guests 12 years of age or older.
- Clothing, accessories or tattoos with objectionable material, including obscene language or graphics
- Excessively torn clothing
- Clothing that, by nature, exposes excessive portions of the skin that may be viewed as inappropriate for a family environment
We suggest you dress comfortably, wear good walking shoes and check the local weather report before you leave for Butterfly World.
What is there to see at Butterfly World?
- Please visit our Gallery section and take a Virtual Tour!
Service Animals
- Butterfly World allows “service dogs” only, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Service dogs MUST be declared at the admissions gate prior to entry and must remain on a short leash at all times for the safety of our guests, butterflies, and birds.
- “Assistance, comfort, and/or therapy animals” are NOT permitted at Butterfly World.
- A person who knowingly and willfully misrepresents herself or himself as using a service animal commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, as provided by Statute s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.
How much time should we allow for a Visit?
- We recommend at least two to three hours to take a leisurely walk through the park, but many stay all day.
BW Gift Shop and Garden Center
- Open to the public, 7 days a week.
- The BW Shop houses an amazing collection of Butterfly, Bird and Nature-related décor gifts, jewelry, clothing, books, and so much more, for all ages! Many items are one of a kind and produced only for the BW Shop. Our Garden Center is extensive, with the largest selection of butterfly gardening plants in the region, as well as all the outdoor decorative items needed to turn your backyard into your own “butterfly world”. Browse our plant selection and even purchase your plants right on our website (only available for local curbside pickup, we do not ship plants.) Click here to visit the Online Store.
Food and Beverage
- No food may be brought inside of Butterfly World. No beverages with the exception of water, and/or any liquids necessary for the feeding of infants, may be brought into the aviaries. There are two outdoor cafes with snacks, beverages, ice cream and lunch items. Picnic areas are available just outside in Tradewinds Park.
Can I Upgrade my day pass to an Annual Pass?
- You may upgrade, (i.e. Pay the difference between your day pass charge and an annual pass) only on the day that you purchased your tickets. Beyond this date, the full Annual Pass fee would be charged.
Personal Photography / Video
- Guests are welcome to take photographs and videos for their own personal use. Because of copyright in regard to original art and photography for sale, there is no photography/videography of any kind (including cell phones) allowed in the BW Shop.
- Neither tripods nor monopods are permitted in any part of the facility.
Commercial Photography / Video
- All photography and/or videography intended for professional use must be approved through Butterfly World.
- Please contact the Marketing Department at 954-977-4434 or fill out the form to submit your request. https://www.butterflyworld.com/photo-shoot-request-form/ Email request to sarah@butterflyworld.com to discuss your needs and make arrangements.
Media Inquiries
- All media sessions must be approved through Butterfly World. This includes any content intended for print, radio, television, or film.
- Please contact the Marketing Department at 954-977-4434 or send an email request to sarah@butterflyworld.com to discuss the use and availability.
Wheelchairs for Rent
- Butterfly World is 100% wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available for rent at the price of $5.00 + tax for up to two hours. Wheelchair availability is limited and operates on a first come first serve basis.
Where is Tradewinds Park?
- Tradewinds Park is a Broward County Park in Coconut Creek, Florida located on Sample Road. Butterfly World is located within the South side of Tradewinds Park and is a separate private facility. For information about, or to Rent a Pavilion at Tradewinds Park please call 954-357-8870 or visit The Broward County Parks Website.
Butterfly Releases/Pupae for Purchase
- Butterfly World does not sell Butterflies for releases. In the BW Shop, there are native pupae for sale almost every day. A pupa is the stage right before a caterpillar “gets its wings” its the intermediary stage of a butterfly’s life. With pupa, the only thing you have to do is wait for it to come out as a butterfly. If you would like to purchase a large quantity of these, or request certain species, please call 954-977-4434 in advance. Please note we cannot guarantee that the pupa will emerge at a certain time.
- Where to Buy Butterflies for Release?
- We have Pupae available for curbside pickup that you can order online: Click here to order some now or view the available species.
Weddings/Special Events
- Butterfly World does not have facilities for Weddings, Receptions, or Special Events. Visit http://www.sunny.org/weddings/ to find spectacular venues in our local area.
Do we accept SNAP, EBT or WIC?
- Butterfly World does not accept any of the following programs: SNAP, EBT, or WIC.
Rain Check Policy
- In the event of extended inclement weather, we will issue a rain check at our discretion. Rain checks will expire one year after the visit date. Rain checks will not be replaced if they are lost.
What kind of discounts do you give?
- We offer active or retired military members 25% off for their entire party when they show proof of active duty or military status.
- We offer AAA members 15% off for up to 6 tickets (when purchased together) when they show their current membership card.
- We offer Broward, Palm Beach or Dade county educators (public or private school employees) 25% off for up to 6 tickets when they show their valid school ID.
- Would you like your company to sign up to receive corporate discounts? Please fill out this form.
Note: We DO NOT give discounts to seniors, students or Florida Residents. No discounts or coupons may be combined. The highest discount you are eligible for will always be given.
FAQ’s ABOUT BUTTERFLIES
How long does a butterfly live?
- The average life span of a butterfly in the aviary is about fourteen days. This compares to about seven days in the wild. However, some species, like the zebra longwing, can live for up to ten months, and species that vary their nectar diet to include such things as rotting fruit, pollen, dung, and even carrion can live even longer.
How many butterflies are in the aviary?
- We keep 20,000 butterflies on display. However, there are often far more. Because we are located in South Florida, this number remains unaffected by seasonal changes.
How many species are there to see?
- At any time, up to fifty species can be seen, and over 150 different species over the course of one year.
- At any time, several thousand butterflies representing up to fifty species can be seen flying in the aviaries.
What are the differences between a butterfly and a moth?
- Butterflies and moths are very similar. However, basic differences exist. These are:
- Butterflies generally rest with their wings folded, above the body, perpendicular to the ground. Moths usually rest with their wings folded along their body.
- Most butterflies have antennae that are clubbed at the end, whereas the antennae of the moth are pointed or feathered.
- Butterflies are solar-powered day flying creatures. Although some moths are also daytime flyers, the majority fly at night.
- Butterfly caterpillars are extremely fussy about which plant they feed on. Moth caterpillars will generally eat a variety of plants.
Pupa, Chrysalis or Cocoon?
- The words pupa and chrysalis have the same meaning; “pupa” has its origins in Latin while “chrysalis” is a Greek word. A cocoon is the silk casing a silk moth caterpillar spins before it turns into a pupa or chrysalis.
What do butterflies do in the winter?
- Most of the butterflies at Butterfly World are tropical species, and in our nearly tropical environment, never have to cope with winter. Non-tropical butterflies have to spend several months of the year in “hibernation” at different stages of their life cycle, depending on their species.
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