Bring learning to life for all ages at Belleisle Park Conservatory.
Enjoy learning experiences with exotic plants, bees, alpines, cacti, orchids, carnivorous and flowering plants. All tropical plants, alpines and cacti are labelled. Learn the botanical names and how to care for these plants. Books are available for more in-depth knowledge...just ask.
- Study the honey bee colony.
- See different honey bee castes and their duties within the hive.
- Follow the development of honey bee larvae.
- Watch honey production and storage.
- Observe the bee dance.
- Trapping - Sticky secretions that hold the insects using a trap door.
- Digesting – the plant absorbs the insects.