About Entopia
Entopia is a nature learning centre and butterfly sanctuary located in Teluk Bahang, Barat Daya District, Penang. Originally established as Penang Butterfly Farm in 1986 and rebranded as Entopia in 2016, it houses over 15,000 free-flying butterflies and other insects. The attraction combines an outdoor garden and indoor discovery centre focused on conservation, education and interactive entomology exhibits.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore two main zones: The Natureland, an outdoor landscaped garden with free-flying butterflies, waterfalls, ponds and tropical flora, and The Cocoon, an indoor discovery centre with interactive exhibits, insect displays and learning stations. Expect to see diverse butterfly species, dragonflies, beetles and other invertebrates, educational displays, feeding sessions and photo opportunities in a controlled natural environment.
Key highlights
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Free-flying butterfly garden with over 15,000 butterflies representing around 200 species
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The Natureland outdoor habitat with waterfalls, ponds and tropical plants
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The Cocoon indoor discovery centre with interactive and educational exhibits
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Insectarium featuring beetles, stick insects, scorpions and other invertebrates
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Daily butterfly release and educational guided tours
History of Entopia
Originally founded as Penang Butterfly Farm in 1986 by David Goh, it was Malaysia's first butterfly farm. After major redevelopment, it reopened as Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm in 2016 as an expanded nature learning centre combining conservation, education and recreation.
Culture & Context
Serves as an educational and conservation centre promoting awareness of butterfly ecology, insect biodiversity and environmental stewardship for visitors and school groups in Penang.
Route
| By air | Via Penang International Airport, then by road to Teluk Bahang |
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