We know you are fascinated by Monarch butterflies… just like us! We are here to conserve New Zealand’s biodiversity so that our butterflies and moths, and their habitat are enhanced and protected to benefit present and future New Zealanders.



Click here to find out more about monarch butterflies.

Click here to find out more about the movie Flight of the Butterflies in 3D.

Click here to read a sample copy of our magazine

Click here to see a video about our work

How you can help

Some butterflies and moths are already at risk from environmental factors. You can help by becoming a member of the MBNZT. Your small subscription goes towards our many projects such as the tagging project, and helps us continue our work to protect and learn more about NZ’s endemic and native butterflies and moths, and habitat. Plus as a member you will receive information-packed newsletters throughout the year so you can learn more about how butterflies and moths behave, upcoming Trust activities and events, along with tips and hints on making your garden more butterfly-friendly.

Click HERE to join up!

Click here to see if we’ve already answered your question: Frequently Asked Questions

Click here to ask a question: FORUM

Find out more about our next CREATE BUTTERFLY HABITAT ON LINE COURSE.

Take our challenge!

Can you recognise some of NZ butterflies and moths? Take our challenge and find out. See if you can identify which is which by viewing our colourful stickers here…

…and then check your answers here