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Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
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The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory offers a serene escape into a lush, glass-enclosed habitat where hundreds of butterflies from around the world flutter freely among tropical plants and cascading waterfalls. Visitors walk along winding paths, watching butterflies land on flowers and even on visitors. The conservatory also houses exotic birds like flamingos and quail, adding to the vibrant ecosystem. Educational exhibits explain butterfly life cycles and migration. It's a peaceful, photogenic experience that contrasts with Key West's bustling streets.
Don't miss
- Walk among hundreds of free-flying butterflies from species like the Blue Morpho and Owl Butterfly
- Spot resident flamingos and other exotic birds in the tropical garden
- Watch butterflies emerge from chrysalises in the emergence window
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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