Butterfly Breeding & Pollinator Programs at Haller Park

Pollinators like butterflies are essential for healthy ecosystems. At Haller Park in Mombasa, butterfly breeding and pollinator conservation are central to our mission of ecological restoration.

Through the Butterfly Pavilion and release programs, Haller Park has become a haven for butterflies while educating visitors about the critical role these insects play in biodiversity.

Why Butterflies Matter

Butterflies are more than beautiful, they are indicators of ecosystem health. Their presence shows that an environment is thriving. At Haller Park, butterflies:

Pollinate native trees and flowering plants
Support the reproduction of crops and wild vegetation
Provide food for birds, reptiles, and small mammals
Act as environmental indicators of climate and habitat change

Butterfly Breeding at Haller Park

The park’s Butterfly Pavilion is both a conservation center and visitor attraction. Here, butterflies are bred in controlled environments before being released into the restored forest.

The breeding process includes:

Collecting eggs from carefully selected host plants
Rearing caterpillars on natural food sources
Protecting pupae (chrysalises) until butterflies emerge
Releasing adult butterflies into the forest ecosystem

This strengthens pollination networks and supports forest restoration.

Native Butterfly Species at Haller Park

Visitors may encounter a variety of butterfly species, including:

African Monarch (Danaus chrysippus)
Blue Pansy (Junonia orithya)
Green-banded Swallowtail (Papilio nireus)
Citrus Swallowtail (Papilio demodocus)

Each plays a unique role in pollinating specific plants and trees within the ecosystem.

Pollinator Programs Beyond Butterflies

Butterflies are not the only pollinators at Haller Park. Our programs also support:

Bees: Vital for fruiting trees and flowering plants
Moths: Night pollinators that ensure round-the-clock ecosystem balance
Birds: Nectar-feeding species such as sunbirds contribute to pollination

By conserving multiple pollinator groups, the park ensures resilience in its restored habitats.

Education & Community Benefits

Butterfly breeding is not just for biodiversity, it also supports local communities:

School groups learn about insect lifecycles and pollination
Farmers are educated about the importance of pollinators for crops
Employment opportunities are created through breeding and research programs

The program helps raise awareness about conservation beyond charismatic megafauna like giraffes and hippos.

Plan Your Visit

Opening Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm daily
Location: Bamburi, Mombasa
Entry Info: View tickets and packages
Map & Directions: Bamburi, Off Mombasa-Malindi Road

FAQs – Butterfly Breeding at Haller Park

Can visitors walk inside the Butterfly Pavilion?

Yes, visitors can walk among free-flying butterflies inside the enclosure.

Are butterflies released into the wild?

Why is butterfly breeding important for conservation?

Some Attractions

From towering giraffes to tiny butterflies, Haller Park is a living sanctuary where animals, plants, and people coexist in harmony. This page introduces you to our main attractions—each with its own unique story and role in conservation.

Aquaculture & Wetlands

See how our sustainable fish ponds work hand-in-hand with nature to support biodiversity and local communities.

Forest Trails & Birdwatching

Enjoy peaceful walks through restored forest habitats. Look out for monkeys, antelopes, and over 160 bird species.

Butterfly Pavilion

Step inside Kenya’s first butterfly house and be surrounded by color, movement, and the magic of metamorphosis.

Butterfly Breeding at Haller Park Mombasa

Butterfly Breeding & Pollinator Programs at Haller Park