Have you ever considered releasing live butterflies at your wedding or reception? Make yours memorable with a butterfly release. Much better than throwing rice, birdseed, releasing balloons or blowing bubbles, a butterfly release is a beautiful way to help repopulate the species.

Several species are available that are indigenous to your state. The butterflies are hand-raised and shipped overnight to your door.

There are two ways to release them: (1) individually where your guests have a chance to “interact” with them before sending them on their way and (2) a mass release where all the butterflies are released at one time, which is a more dramatic way to see them flutter away.

Monarchs are the most-requested butterfly because they are “social.” Once released, they tend to hang around, alighting on flowers and your guests before taking wing. Several other species are available, which can be released if the temperatures are above 60 degrees

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Authored by Linda Marchman from Social Butterflies

Linda Marchman is the owner of Social Butterflies. She has seven years of butterfly-raising experience and is always available to give personal attention to you and your most special event. She is a director of The Association For Butterflies, a member of the International Butterfly Breeders Association, and the Butterfly Society of Virginia. Also a Master Gardener, she gives programs to all type of groups on her favorite subject, BUTTERFLIES!