Frequently Asked Butterfly Release Questions
What type of butterflies are used in a traditional release?
Monarch and Painted Ladies are the most common butterflies. The Painted Lady Butterflies will tend to fly away after release while the Monarch Butterflies stay and mingle with the guests. Take the different types into account when your ordering your butterflies for your Columbia, Connecticut event.
How do the butterflies come?
If you buy them from a mail order vendor the butterflies will come in an insulated box for shipping. Inside that box will be a smaller box with the butterflies for mass release, or some companies will put the butterflies in individual envelopes. Again check with the specific vendors in Columbia, CT and work with them to find the best method for your release.
Is it okay to release butterflies into the environment?
Yes, butterflies are beneficial to the environment, however be sure to check that your state or the area you intend to have your party in allows
butterflies to be released.
Does weather affect butterflies?
Yes, the butterflies do require certain temperatures consult your butterfly suppliers as they will apprise you of all condition butterflies require.
Will I Receive Adult Butterflies or Will I Receive the Chrysalises?
You will receive adult butterflies not the chrysalises. Chrysalises is the pupa of a moth or butterfly enclosed in a protective state. It is the intermediate stage between the larva and the adult.
A butterfly release will be a beautifully memorable and unique experience for any type of event.
