DFW Butterfly Release

Q: I've never done a butterfly release before. How does this work?

A: Most people opt for our DIY Release packages. Your butterflies will come individually packed in their own envelope which can be passed out to attendees for them to open. If you would like to release the butterflies from a release box we can customize one for you for an additional $30 (selected at checkout)

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You will either pick up your butterflies from us or we will have them delivered to you for an additional fee. If you are in the DFW area we can send them via courier for $35. This eliminates lost packages in the mail and gets your order to you within an hour of it being sent. Out of area packages will be sent Next Day Air. 

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Butterflies are packaged inside a box with ice packs to keep them dormant during transit and up until release time. Instructions will be provided on how to handle the butterflies upon receipt.

If you want a hands-free, stress free, release, our Full Service packages are all inclusive. We do everything for you to assist you with the release including delivery, care for the butterflies on site, release assistance, assistance with photos, and additional butterflies for photos opportunities.

After you place your order on our website we will contact you to confirm the details for your release.

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​Q: How can I reserve butterflies for a future event?​

A: You can reserve butterflies online by placing an order here on the website or by calling us directly at 682-238-0026. Once we receive your order, we'll contact you to confirm details for your upcoming event. Feel free to call us to make sure we can accommodate your timeline.

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Q: I need a butterfly release for today/tomorrow, can you help?​

A: Our goal is to always have butterflies on hand for situations just like this! Call or text us! 682-238-0026

Q: I have a wedding butterfly release planned for a future date. When should I place my order?​

A: It is recommended to finalize your order with us within a month from your event. While we can usually fulfill butterfly release orders on short notice, scheduling ahead will ensure we have butterflies available on the day of your event.

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Q: How do I receive my butterflies, caterpillars, or chrysalis?​

A: I have several ways for you to receive your order: 
 

• Full Service Butterfly Release orders will be hand delivered by myself by to your event along with release assistance and more.
   

• Free pickup is available for other orders from my home by appointment. Located in Bedford, Tx (Near DFW Airport) between Fort Worth and Dallas. I will contact you after your order is placed to arrange a day and time. Same day pickup may be available in some cases. Please do not arrive without an appointment.​​

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• UPS Ground starts at $15. If you are located in most large cities in Texas, your package should arrive by 11pm next day. This option is great for eggs, caterpillar kits, and chrysalis orders. Live butterflies cannot be shipped UPS Ground. You must choose Next Day Air.

 

• UPS Next Day Air starts at $50. Packages should arrive next day by 4pm. All butterfly release must be shipped via next day air to ensure survival and timely arrival. This is also a better option for caterpillar kits during hot summer days.

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​Q: Where can I get milkweed for my caterpillars?​​

A: Our Monarch caterpillar rearing kits come with enough milkweed to feed your caterpillars to adulthood.

Only feed your caterpillars untreated milkweed. Even if a nursery says the plants haven’t been sprayed, assume they have unless they grow the plants themselves.

 

Here are safe options:

• Purchase from pesticide-free growers (ask for proof of treatment practices).

• Harvest native milkweed from rural areas, open fields, or roadside ditches. Always identify the plant species beforehand to avoid confusion.​​ 

• Note: Any milkweed kept outside may have the OE parasite and should be disinfected and rinsed well before feeding to Monarch caterpillars
   

We also provide freshly harvested milkweed with all our caterpillar kits.

 

Still Have Questions?

Please call or text me any time 682-238-0026.

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