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 The farm at Teluk Bahang
spans 0.8 hectares and is home to 4,000 living specimens
of over 120 species of colorful butterflies and over 50
species of other small tropical amphibians, lizards,
insects and flora. This mammoth net enclosure is full
of exotic butterflies flit around a scenic landscaped
garden and has become a very interesting tourist area.
The farm also features a lily pond, artificial
waterfalls, rock garden, tunnel and an open pond
filled with exotic fishes. Also integrated within the farm
are a garden enclosure, breeding area, laboratory,
exhibition area, insect museum, Photo: Penang
Butterfly Farm
souvenir shops and information center
whereby the sales of preserved specimens of
butterflies and insects in glass frames are a favorite
among tourists and do not forget to buy a
postcard depicting your favorite butterfly to
send it to your family back home and tell your
friends of your adventure at this popular
tourist attraction in Penang.
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