During our recent visit on 6 March 2025 to the Fung Yuen Butterfly Reserve, a 42-hectare area situated just 2 kilometers from Tai Po Town Centre, we encountered a significant conservation site. This reserve is home to over 200 butterfly species, representing 90% of Hong Kong's butterfly population. Established in 2005, Fung Yuen is renowned for its rich biodiversity, distinctive landscapes, and protected woodlands. In the olden days, Fung Yuen Village is an agricultural site. Villagers had grown a variety of agricultural products including lychee, chinese cabbage, ginger lily, and banana. These products are also food for caterpillars, contributing to the area's diverse butterfly species. Overall, this reserve stands as a remarkable ecological treasure.
