The creative town of Nuanu in Bali has become the home of a unique ecological project that has transformed an ordinary garden into a true butterfly rescue center. Here, among the tropical greenery and modern architecture, a small miracle happens every day — hundreds of colorful butterflies are prepared for their return to the wild. The Butterfly Garden in Nuanu is not just a place to observe these graceful creatures, but a scientifically based ecosystem restoration program. Each released butterfly becomes part of a grand plan to restore the island's natural balance. Since the project's inception, the team of ecologists has already returned over 11,000 native butterflies to their natural habitat, making it a symbol of hope for the future of Bali's nature.
Imagine: every day, thousands of beauties soar into the Bali sky, carrying the hope of an entire ecosystem's revival on their wings.
August 24, 2025, was a record day: 3,500 butterflies took to the sky simultaneously! A breathtaking sight — a cloud of shimmering wings dancing against the tropical sky. "We believe butterflies shouldn't just be seen in books or behind glass. They should have the freedom to fly and be all around us," explains CEO Lev Kroll.
But behind the beauty lies serious science. Among those released are true aristocrats: Cethosia hypsea with their emerald sheen, the majestic Papilio peranthus, and the bright Danaus chrysippus. Each is a living detector of ecological well-being. If the butterflies thrive, the entire ecosystem is in good shape.
Even though an adult butterfly lives for only 5-14 days, in this short time, it can pollinate thousands of plants and support the life of countless other creatures. It's like a relay of life, passed from generation to generation.
But the Nuanu team doesn't stop there. Their next ambitious goal is to bring back the magic of the night: restore the firefly population that once turned Balinese evenings into a fairytale. "We are restoring the habitat of these little heroes and creating a self-sustaining ecosystem," shares Agastya Yatra, head of the ecological program. In this way, Bali is gradually regaining its natural splendor.
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