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| (434) 823-3666 socialbutterflie@embarqmail.com Charlottesville, Virginia |
Monarchs...
The Most Social Butterfly!
Imagine the beauty of a cloud of
butterflies released at your special
event, creating a lasting memory. At
Social Butterflies, monarchs are
carefully hand-raised to ensure the
highest quality and shipped to you
just in time for your release.
Monarchs are elegant and very
social; their graceful flight will allow
your guests to interact with them
before taking wing to help repopulate
the species.
The Most Social Butterfly!
Imagine the beauty of a cloud of
butterflies released at your special
event, creating a lasting memory. At
Social Butterflies, monarchs are
carefully hand-raised to ensure the
highest quality and shipped to you
just in time for your release.
Monarchs are elegant and very
social; their graceful flight will allow
your guests to interact with them
before taking wing to help repopulate
the species.
| Painted Ladies A bit smaller than monarchs, Painted Ladies derive their name from the pink spots on the undersides of the wings. Probably the most widespread of butterflies, these beauties are also called Vanessas or Thistle Butterflies. These butterflies can be shipped to most states. |
| Specialty Butterfly Mixed Species Depending on the state where you plan to release your butterflies, these may be available: |
Eastern Black Swallowtail
Intricate patterns of yellow and
orange spots are vivid on the black
background of its wings. Appearing
earlier in the spring, the average
wingspan of the Eastern Black
Swallowtail is approx. 3 inches
across.
Intricate patterns of yellow and
orange spots are vivid on the black
background of its wings. Appearing
earlier in the spring, the average
wingspan of the Eastern Black
Swallowtail is approx. 3 inches
across.
| Giant Swallowtail This is the largest of all swallowtails. Its range is from the Gulf Coast through the Midwest and into Canada. This striking butterfly is considered a pest in some southern states and is nicknamed the "Orange Dog". The butterfly, when released, flies slowly and gracefully. |
Gulf Fritillaries
Native to the southern states, the
Gulf's wingspan can range from 3
1/2 inches to 5 inches across. The
undersides of the wings are a
palette of iridescent silver spots,
that shimmer in the sun. Not
available to ship to northern states.
Native to the southern states, the
Gulf's wingspan can range from 3
1/2 inches to 5 inches across. The
undersides of the wings are a
palette of iridescent silver spots,
that shimmer in the sun. Not
available to ship to northern states.
| Red Admirals A beautiful butterfly with a slightly erratic flight, the Red Admiral stands out in a crowd. Very widespread, this butterfly nectars on flowers and fermenting fruit and tree sap. |
Professionalism and
High Standards
Social Butterflies is a member
of the Association For
Butterflies
(www.forbutterflies.org),
the International Butterfly
Breeders Association and the
Butterfly Society of Virginia. We
hold state shipping permits
from the USDA for a variety of
butterfly species and comply
with all state and federal
regulations. We ship butterflies
throughout the United States.
High Standards
Social Butterflies is a member
of the Association For
Butterflies
(www.forbutterflies.org),
the International Butterfly
Breeders Association and the
Butterfly Society of Virginia. We
hold state shipping permits
from the USDA for a variety of
butterfly species and comply
with all state and federal
regulations. We ship butterflies
throughout the United States.
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A Butterfly Release
Creates a Lifetime
Memory!
Shipped overnight, the adult
butterflies are packaged
securely in individual
envelopes. They are dormant
and resting while in transit
until released at a
temperature above 60
degrees. When the package
is delivered, an individual
must be present to receive it.
At the time of your event, the
envelopes may then be
placed in a basket to be
distributed to your guests.
Instructions are included with
your order.
Social Butterflies will help
make your special occasion
unforgettable!
Creates a Lifetime
Memory!
Shipped overnight, the adult
butterflies are packaged
securely in individual
envelopes. They are dormant
and resting while in transit
until released at a
temperature above 60
degrees. When the package
is delivered, an individual
must be present to receive it.
At the time of your event, the
envelopes may then be
placed in a basket to be
distributed to your guests.
Instructions are included with
your order.
Social Butterflies will help
make your special occasion
unforgettable!
Your Event is Special!
An average butterfly release generally consists of between 3 and 5 dozen
butterflies. For weddings, this allows enough butterflies for the wedding
party and family members. There are several ways to release the butterflies:
Please contact Social Butterflies for more information on these methodsof release at (434)823-3666. To ensure sufficient butterflies are on hand
for your event, please place your order 5 weeks in advance. Large
orders should be placed a minimum of 60 days in advance to guarantee
availability. We may be able to fill last minute orders, depending on stock
availability. Please call or email us (socialbutterflie@embarqmail.com)
for further information.
An average butterfly release generally consists of between 3 and 5 dozen
butterflies. For weddings, this allows enough butterflies for the wedding
party and family members. There are several ways to release the butterflies:
 | An individual release from their envelopes (envelopes are see- | |
| through glassines) | ||
| A display cage where the butterflies may be observed prior to | |
| release or kept during inclement weather | ||
| A mass release from a decorative box |
Please contact Social Butterflies for more information on these methods
for your event, please place your order 5 weeks in advance. Large
orders should be placed a minimum of 60 days in advance to guarantee
availability. We may be able to fill last minute orders, depending on stock
availability. Please call or email us (socialbutterflie@embarqmail.com)
for further information.
Did you know?
Butterflies exist everywhere
in the world except in
Antarctica. Monarchs are the
most widely-known butterfly
in North America. In the fall,
Eastern ones migrate to
Mexico to spend the winter.
Monarch caterpillars eat only
milkweed, which makes them
toxic to predators. The
Viceroy butterfly looks like a
Monarch, which helps in its
defense against predators.
Butterflies exist everywhere
in the world except in
Antarctica. Monarchs are the
most widely-known butterfly
in North America. In the fall,
Eastern ones migrate to
Mexico to spend the winter.
Monarch caterpillars eat only
milkweed, which makes them
toxic to predators. The
Viceroy butterfly looks like a
Monarch, which helps in its
defense against predators.
Photo courtesy of Lisa Barker
| Display cage |
| Mass release box |