So where in the Zoo was this photo taken?
In the World of the Insect building, of course!
Did you know that we were the first zoo to devote an entire exhibit building to insects? World of the Insect opened back in 1978 and was honored with an Association of Zoos & Aquarium Exhibit Award. Showcasing a variety of six-legged species from bullet ants to taxicab beetles, the exhibit aims to foster an appreciation and respect for these amazing creatures.
A budding entomologist can learn loads from the colorful images and text presented along with the insects themselves, including the stages of metamorphosis in butterflies.
Naturalistic exhibits, including an indoor tropical butterfly aviary, enhance the visitor experience.
Outside the World of the Insect, there is also a Butterfly Garden that blooms with flowers in the spring that attract our native butterflies.
Next time you’re at the Zoo, make a stop at the World of the Insect!