Butterfly rainforest at the florida museum of natural history photos

3215 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32611(352) 846-2000

Many species of butterflies & birds roam free in this Natural History Museum interactive exhibit.

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Butterfly rainforest at the florida museum of natural history photos

ShadeTree Philosopher

"Friendly staff, very educational and the layout of the place is very well done."

Butterfly rainforest at the florida museum of natural history photos

Savannah Rose

"Extremely dissapointed in this "family environment""

Butterfly rainforest at the florida museum of natural history photos

Charlie Kidd

"Very cool experience and highly recommend!"

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Many species of butterflies & birds roam free in this Natural History Museum interactive exhibit.

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Welcome to the Florida Museum of Natural History, home of the Butterfly Rainforest!  Located on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville and open year-round, the Florida Museum is one of the nation’s top five natural history museums.

The Butterfly Rainforest is a can’t-miss living exhibit that features hundreds of free-flying butterflies and birds from around the world along with an assortment of other animals including turtles and fish to experience firsthand.

$14 adults | $12 Fla. residents/college students | $12 seniors | $7 ages 3-17

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The lush landscape is planted in tropical trees and colorful flowering plants amid waterfalls and a walking path. Skilled interpretive staff are available to help answer questions and provide visitors with a personal and highly engaging experience.

View live butterfly releases Monday through Friday at 2 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., weather permitting.

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Blue Ginger (Dichorisandra thyrsifolia). Florida Museum of Natural History photo by Ryan Fessenden

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Blue Ginger (Dichorisandra thyrsifolia). Florida Museum of Natural History photo by Ryan Fessenden

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