Over 12,000 live tropical butterflies from Central America and Southeast Asia will flutter throughout the Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s conservatory during the entire month of March. One of the most colorful species is the blue morpho, whose colors range from an iridescent turquoise to royal blue. A new species that will be offered during this exhibit is one called birdwings; wingspans are 13-15cm for males and up to 18cm for females. Visitors can also learn about the life cycle of butterflies and observe butterflies emerging from chrysalises. Butterflies in the Garden will also feature an interactive exhibit entitled Partners in Pollination that will be on display in the Garden Center’s hallway. This fascinating exhibit showcases the vital role different animals play in the pollination of many plants, including important food crops.

DATES & TIME: March 4-April 3, 2005, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily

ADMISSION: Adults $5, seniors 55+ $4, children 3-12 $3, school children in groups of 20 or more $2.50, under 2 free

Sponsored by the Fort Worth Botanical Society, Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) Fort Worth Garden Club, and the Fort Worth Botanic Garden