I came to the Botanical Gardens and the Insectarium because I had seen a sign for the butterfly exhibit. Although it was mobbed with rude children and their equally rude parents, it was an afternoon filled with pretty things.
I was incredibly sad to see that the staff working here did not protect the butterflies from all the visitors trying to pick them up or touch them. I had a minor confrontation with a gentleman because I saw him scooping up butterflies on several occasions. Aren't people aware that touching them damages their wings which eventually kill them sooner? Given the number of butterflies with ragged wings, I guess not.
The green houses are beautiful. I worked really hard not to take a photo every single plant.
The Insectarium was something new for me as I've never been to one before. I rather enjoyed looking at all the creepy crawlies. Plus the crowds were more modest.