While it still might seem that winter has yet to release us from its grasp, there is no reason why we can’t start planning our springtime adventures now. In Florida, there are pockets of nature everywhere, which is what makes this state such a beauty. But sometimes, when you’re looking for a little bit of nature that isn’t often found just right outside your door, you need to look a little bit harder, especially when it comes to butterflies.

The Butterfly Rainforest in Gainesville, Florida is one of the premier living exhibits in the state.
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Featuring hundreds of free-flying butterflies and birds from all over the world, this is one natural adventure the whole family will love.
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With a variety of stunning, lush landscape surrounding, plus tropical trees and colorful flowering plants, you’ll feel just like you stepped right into the Amazon.
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As part of the Florida Museum of Natural History, the Butterfly Rainforest is just one of many different exhibits available for guests to enjoy.
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You can witness firsthand butterflies emerging from the pupae and begin to dry their wings in preparation for flight.
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Have you ever seen newly hatched butterflies officially taking flight for the first time? What a remarkable experience.
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Ever curious as to what butterflies love to eat? Mangoes and bananas are on the menu here and you can watch them nibble all day long.
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It’s not uncommon in this butterfly forest for these winged beauties to land on you, so be prepared with an outstretched hand or welcoming shoulder.
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It isn’t just about the butterflies that are still with us, flittering about the sky, but also about those in which we’ve learned so much from over the years.
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Discover a whole new world of life and nature at the Butterfly Rainforest in Gainesville, Florida.
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How To Get Here: 3215 Hull Rd, Florida Museum of Natural History, Gainesville, FL 32611-2710.

Hours of Operation: Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

To learn more about the Butterfly Rainforest, visit the website or Facebook Page.

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