News

An unusal visitor to Conwy - the Death's-Head Hawk Moth



A North African species known for raiding beehives has appeared aptly in time for Conwy's Honey Fair (13th September 2008). It was found in the garden of Mr & Mrs Jackson who live on Conwy Quay. The couple kindly took the incredible moth to the tropical butterfly house Conwy Butterfly Jungle where it was identified and is now residing - enjoying the warmer climate. The species has been recorded before in the UK but it is unusual to see it so far north. The species is capable of emitting a 'squeak' to deter predators and features in African folklore and myths as well as being the moth featured in the film Silence of the Lambs.



Warm days tempt out night moths - BBC News article 13th June 2007
 
Even Healthier...
Our butterfly inhabitants feed on organic produce where possible, we thought our visitors deserve as much. Since August 2006 we offer Organic Soft Drinks and Organic & Fair Trade Snacks
 
New Layout...
You will notice as a regular visitor to the site that the layout has now changed. We thought it time for improvement and Ellanell Systems have gladly provided us with a much improved template with added new features. Please note the language translation facility at the top of the page...
 
Even Greener...
Our picnic area for visitors now has recycling bins for glass and cans.
 
Caterpillar news...
Recent free range caterpillars spotted: Owl Butterfly, Postman butterfly, Zebra Longwing butterfly. Earlier this season we have had the caterpillars for: Tailed Jay, Lacewing, Diadem, various Swallowtails, the Owl butterfly caterpillars tend to be steady throughout the season
 
Education...
We now tailor our education packs to suit age and ability if required.
 
Quality Assurance...
For the second year running we have been approved by VAQAS the Welsh Assembly Tourism Award as a quality assured attraction. Assessor most happy with our high standards and improvements over one year.
 
On the news...
Our 'alpha male' Madagascan Hissing Cockroach basked in the limelight on ITV Wales coverage, on Monday 18th September.  Conwy Butterfly Jungle made a brief appearance on the six o'clock news covering exotic species and global warming