Butterfly farms - ethically sourced

Buy ethically sourced mounted butterflies from sustainable butterfly farms

At De Museumwinkel.com, buying a mounted butterfly means supporting more than just craftsmanship. It’s a conscious choice to contribute to the protection of butterflies, rainforests, and local communities in countries such as Suriname, Peru, Costa Rica, Thailand, Malaysia, Congo, and Indonesia.

Sustainably raised butterflies from protected environments
Our butterflies come from carefully selected butterfly farms that operate in protected, controlled environments. Here, butterflies complete their full life cycle without exposure to predators. They receive ample food and reproduce naturally. Most tropical butterflies live for just one to two weeks. After their natural death, they are gently dried and preserved.

Supporting conservation and local livelihoods
By farming butterflies instead of capturing them from the wild, these farms help preserve biodiversity and protect fragile ecosystems. At the same time, they offer local communities a sustainable source of income. Rather than exploiting nature, people are empowered to protect it. Many farms span several football fields and contribute to the preservation of plants, flowers, and trees.

Verified ethical sourcing
We personally visit every butterfly farm we work with to ensure that all specimens are ethically and responsibly sourced. Transparency and care are central to our approach.

Pilpintuwasi butterfly farm – Peru
Since 2012, De Museumwinkel.com has partnered with the Pilpintuwasi butterfly farm in Peru. This unique farm is dedicated to preserving butterfly populations and educating visitors about rainforest ecosystems. Their mission is to end illegal wildlife trafficking through education, wildlife rescue, and habitat protection.

Through their Uakari project, Pilpintuwasi works to reintroduce endangered species into their natural habitats. A portion of every mounted butterfly sold through our shop directly supports this farm. You can also become a donor and help fund their broader rescue efforts.

Why choose butterflies from De Museumwinkel.com?

✔️ ethically sourced butterflies
✔️ direct support for conservation
✔️ transparent and verified origins
✔️ unique collection of mounted butterflies
✔️ high-quality specimens
✔️ Support nature with every purchase.