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Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory, Ontario

As the fall has set in, options for outings get limited, especially when we have kids. We recently visited a Butterfly Conservatory, at Cambridge, Ontario. It is completely indoor, so a plus for us to visit during fall and winters.

It was re-opened in July 2021, after Covid-19 restrictions were relaxed. Entry is based on timed tickets (to be purchased online, as walk-ins aren't entertained these days due to Covid-19). 2 hours slot is allotted per ticket and face masks are mandatory, to ensure safety of visitors.  

Now, coming to the Conservatory, it is set up in a tropical environment, which is essential for the survival of butterflies. It houses large varieties of free-flying butterflies and moths, tropical plants, birds, turtles, waterfalls and pond. Highlight is, one gets to see the four metamorphosis stages (i.e., egg, caterpillar, pupa and butterfly) of few varieties of the butterflies at the center. There is also a live display of insects and arthropods in the rooms adjacent to the butterfly garden. 




The ambience was very lively, with lush greenery, butterflies all around, birds chirping and children screaming in excitement. Our toddler thoroughly enjoyed the trip and wasn't ready to leave the place even after spending a good 2 hours there. 

You can check out their website https://www.cambridgebutterfly.com to know more.

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  1. Informative , quiet interesting with a lively narration as well as some visuals

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