Rising Venues of Entomotourism: The Role of Butterfly-Oriented Facilities in Sustainable Development

Authors : Erdem Seven, Volkan Genç

Pages : 225-243

Doi:10.58670/ijgtr.1820149

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Publication Date : 2025-12-27

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The growing pursuit of nature-based interactions has positioned butterfly-themed facilities at the intersection of environmental education, biodiversity awareness, and ecotourism. This study explores the transformation of these butterfly-oriented thematic environments from mere aesthetic displays into multifunctional spaces that promote sustainable development, species conservation, public participation in scientific processes, and thematic tourism. Drawing on an interdisciplinary literature review, the research reveals that these facilities contribute not only to environmental awareness but also to ecosystem restoration, scientific data generation, and community-based development. However, ecological risks linked to exotic species, the commodification of nature, and ethical concerns in exhibition practices remain significant challenges. The study classifies butterfly facilities as tropical conservatories, pollinator sanctuaries, research centers, museums, and experiential learning sites, emphasizing the importance of species-specific approaches, ethical display standards, and conservation-oriented tourism policies. The analysis highlights their potential to integrate climate-adaptive design principles, digital citizen science, and green economy models. Overall, butterfly facilities function as entomological micro-landscapes that establish a functional bridge between biodiversity management and sustainable tourism, contributing to the realization of broader sustainability goals.
Keywords : Biyoçeşitlilik yönetimi, doğa temelli turizm, ekolojik tasarım, entomoturizm, kelebek bahçeleri, sürdürülebilir turizm, tür koruma

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