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Tropical Butterfly House

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Zoo

District: Santarém > Constância > Santa Margarida da Coutada > Vale de Mestre

Location

The Tropical Butterfly House is located in the Vale de Mestre area, belonging to the locality of Santa Margarida da Coutada, in the municipality of Constância. It is integrated into an area dedicated to the environment, offering a natural context for your visit.

A Tropical Climate

Upon entering this space, one immediately feels a change in the atmosphere. The climate is intentionally kept warm and humid throughout the year, replicating the conditions of tropical forests. This controlled environment allows tropical butterflies, originating from different parts of the world near the Equator, to live and reproduce continuously, flying freely amidst the lush vegetation that fills the interior.

Winged Biodiversity

The butterfly house hosts a diversity of butterfly species originating from tropical regions. They are insects of vibrant colors and fascinating patterns, with varied sizes, some quite remarkable. Their exotic presence and graceful flight create an unusual setting and allow for close observation of these delicate creatures in all their splendor.

The Iridescent Blue Majesty

Among the many species, one that most captures attention is the one known as the blue butterfly or Emperor (Morpho peleides). Its wings, when open, reveal a metallic and iridescent blue hue that seems to change with the light, creating a dazzling visual effect in full flight. It is a considerably sized butterfly. When it lands, the wings show an outer side with patterns that serve as natural camouflage. Its diet is particular, preferring ripe fruits instead of flower nectar.

Knowledge and Conservation

Beyond the contemplation of beauty, the butterfly house plays an educational role. It allows for close observation of the life cycle, behavior, and ecology of tropical butterflies. It serves as a practical example of the importance of biodiversity conservation and the value of these insects in ecosystems. It is a space that invites learning about this fascinating world.

The Visit Experience

Visiting the butterfly house offers the sensation of being immersed in a distant and exotic environment, where butterflies flutter around visitors. The opportunity to observe these delicate creatures so closely is unique. The management of the space takes into account the well-being of the butterflies, which influences how the visit is conducted, allowing for a calmer interaction and detailed observation. As a writer described, the butterflies here seem like "flying flowers," adding a poetic layer to the experience.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt

Coordinates DD: 39.445548162965046, -8.318920893422165
Coordinates DMS: 39°26'44.0"N 08°19'8.1"W

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