Insects are a huge part of the New Jersey ecosystem, and they play an important role in biodiversity – but we all like some insects better than others. I know I’m ready to kiss the entire mosquito species goodbye a few weeks into summer! But if there’s one insect that has a 100% approval rating, it’s the delicate, nectar-drinking butterfly – and you can meet this beautiful insect up close and personal at a unique butterfly house in New Jersey! The Tenafly Nature Center has become beloved for its seasonal butterfly house, where butterflies fly freely and enjoy a rich garden of treats while visitors watch – and wait for one to perch on them! The house is now open for the season, and the Nature Center has so much more to explore, so it’s the perfect time to put Tenafly on your summer bucket list.

The Tenafly Nature Center is full of unique features that make it the perfect day trip for nature-lovers.
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You'll definitely want to explore the many trails around the area on a peaceful hike...
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And on a cool day, it doesn't get any better than relaxing by one of the small bodies of water that dot the center.
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The center also serves as a Rescue, and you never know what feathered residents you'll see while you're there.
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However, during the summer, there's no question what the star attraction is - it's the butterfly house!
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The center is home to a pollinator garden, which means these little guys are always well-fed and helping out the environment.
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Tenafly's butterfly program is especially important when the Monarch migration comes to town, so keep an eye on the sky.
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For butterfly lovers, there is no greater moment than when one delicately decides to land on you - and it just might happen while you're inside the house!
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Have you visited the Tenafly Nature Center? Tell us about your visit to this popular butterfly house in New Jersey in the comments section! The Tenafly Nature Center has all the details on hours and pricing on the website. The center also holds many special events during the summer, so keep an eye on the Tenafly Nature Center Facebook page for all the details! For another summer adventure in the area, head south to this stunning waterfront restaurant.

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Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly, NJ 07670, USA