engagement

We are committed to the natural habitat of butterflies and insects. With every purchased insectbox part of the proceeds goes to various foundations at home and abroad, which are committed to the protection of species and the preservation of nature reserves.

Conservation in Peru

Pilipintuwasi Butterfly Farm

insectbox.ch supports the preservation of butterfly populations in the primeval forests of Peru. With every butterfly you buy from us, you support the local population and sustainable, local nature conservation.

The stuffed butterflies we offer come from The Butterfly Pilipintuwasi Farm . The butterflies are bred in a protected environment and are released back into the wild to regulate the butterfly population.

Find out more about butterfly farming in Peru

flagship partners

International association of butterfly exhibitors and suppliers

The protection of wild butterflies is the top priority of insectbox.ch.
The International Association of Butterfly Exhibitors and Suppliers IABES is the only organization in the world that focuses specifically on the exhibition and breeding of butterflies. The focus of IABES is to protect butterflies in the wild and their natural habitats, because without healthy tropical ecosystems in which butterflies thrive, other creatures cannot survive either.

Find out more about IABES

Why do we do what we do?

Butterflies are beneficial to ecosystems and the environment in a variety of ways:

  1. Pollination:
    Butterflies are important pollinators for many plant species. As they fly from flower to flower, they carry pollen, allowing for fertilization of plants. In doing so, they contribute to the reproduction and maintenance of many plant genera, including some crops.
  2. food source:
    Butterfly caterpillars are an important food source for various animals such as birds, bats, amphibians and other insects. They are high on the food chain and serve as prey for many predators.
  3. Biodiversity:
    Butterflies are part of biodiversity and contribute to the stability and health of ecosystems. Their presence is an indicator of a healthy and balanced ecosystem.
  4. Ecological indicators:
    Butterflies are sensitive to changes in their environment, particularly climate change, pollution and habitat loss. By observing butterfly populations, scientists can draw conclusions about the health of an ecosystem.
  5. Tourism and aesthetic value:
    Butterflies are also important for tourism. Appreciating their beauty, many people visit butterfly gardens and exhibitions to see them in their natural environment.

Overall, butterflies play important roles in ecological balance, plant pollination and biodiversity support, making them valuable players in our ecosystems.