Penang Butterfly Farm is one of the favorites among the visitors to Penang, with its colorful sight of lovely butterflies and other insects. At this world's first ever tropical live butterfly farm of eight hectares, a population of around 4000 butterflies is sheltered.

The sanctuary which came into being in 1986 is a popular tourist attraction and is open from 9 am till 5 pm on weekdays and till 6 pm on weekends. A camera is a must at the Butterfly Farm, though an additional amount needs to be paid if you plan on taking photographs, since there are countless varieties of pretty butterflies to capture.

The natural habitat shelters, colorful as well as country specific butterflies like the Raja Brooke in Malaysia can be found. In addition to this some of the rare and endangered butterflies like the Indian Leafl and the Yellow Bird-wing are also to be found.

Simultaneously, a visitor can enjoy viewing a range of other creatures and reptiles like snakes, scorpions, frogs, and lizards in addition to the glittering view of the butterflies at the Mini Zoo in the Penang Butterfly Farm.

While on may be charmed by a stylish blue Helena, there are many more things to be excited about at the Penang Butterfly Farm. The Art & Artifact Gallery being the largest in Southeast Asia and the Caterpillar Club for the learners is just two of the many things that can be experienced.

The gift and souvenir shop at the Butterfly Farm will provide a great chance for visitors to pick up a memento of the gorgeous butterflies. Some of the souvenirs that can be purchased are crystal paperweights, key chains and the glass replication of a variety of creatures.

Copthorne Orchid Hotel Penang is conveniently located close to this great attraction and numerous others in the city. Make a choice to stay with Copthorne Orchid Hotel Penang and enjoy some of the best views of the ocean and choice accommodation options among Penang hotels.