Conservation

Participate in local programs that promote conservation of Colorado's native habitats, plants and animal species. Programs include:

Short Grass Prairie Restoration of the Big Dry Creek Nature Trail located behind the Butterfly Pavilion

Colorado Orchid Monitoring inventory

Monarch Watch national butterfly tagging effort

Conservation Series includes bug talks, special programming and activities that create conservation awareness as well as opportunities to make a difference in our communities

Practice in your own backyard! Visit our How To section for instructions on xeriscaping, composting and more!

For additional information about you can get involved in our conservation programs contact 720-974-1868 or kpohl@butterflies.org.

Did you know?

The Butterfly Pavilion annually imports about 29,000 butterfly chrysalids purchased from butterfly farmers living in the endangered tropics. Butterfly farming is a sustainable agricultural practice that helps to preserve rainforest environments.