Clearwater Butterfly Painted Lady Butterflies - 5 Live Caterpillars to Butterflies - Caterpillars for Butterfly Kit - Mesh Cage Not Included - Live Butterfly Kit - 5 Count

We love "raising " these each summer and the letting them go on out butterfly tree. So easy to use. I use them as an educational event for my day care..

It was my 2d time getting it. It's really interesting to watch them grow and turn into butterflies. My daughter loved it. They are very pretty. Let them out in a summer in a yard and in a green house in a winter.

Great learning material! It's fun to watch the whole process from a tiny caterpillar to beautiful butterflies. Everything is provided, well written instructions (even for kids to understand and follow). We had an amazing educational experience. Thank you.

Caterpillars, those small and seemingly insignificant creatures, have an enchanting world hidden beneath their tiny, wriggling bodies. My recent experience observing caterpillars has left me in awe of nature's extraordinary transformations. **Pros**: 1. **Metamorphosis**: The life cycle of a caterpillar, culminating in its transformation into a butterfly or moth, is nothing short of miraculous. Watching this metamorphosis unfold is a captivating journey that brings a sense of wonder to both children and adults. 2. **Biodiversity**: The diversity among caterpillar species is astonishing. From striking colors to intricate patterns, caterpillars come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, making them a joy to discover in nature. 3. **Educational**: Observing caterpillars is an excellent way to introduce kids to the concepts of life cycles, biology, and ecology. It provides an opportunity for hands-on learning and instills an appreciation for the natural world. **Cons**: 1. **Short Lifespan**: Caterpillars have relatively short lifespans in their larval stage. This might be disappointing for those who become attached to their little companions, but it's an integral part of their life cycle. In conclusion, caterpillars are nature's enchanting storytellers, weaving tales of transformation and resilience. These humble creatures have the power to instill awe, curiosity, and respect for the natural world. My experience with caterpillars has been nothing short of magical, and I encourage everyone to take a moment to observe these remarkable beings in their journey of life.

Caterpillars arrived and all seemed fine. It came with instructions that were easy to follow. A few were moving but they tell you they might not move for a day or 2. I’ll update once they turn into butterfly’s or if anything goes wrong. Editing to report back on our complete journey! We ended up with 14 caterpillars, 14 chrysalis and 14 butterflies! I was shocked! We were given a few extra and I couldn’t believe that they ALL transformed. I assumed there would be a few that didn’t make it. I will admit I did not follow the instructions given. I opened the cups and placed them inside of our butterfly habitat on their side. I added some branches and foliage from our maple tree outside. I wanted the caterpillars to have room and options as to where to make their chrysalis but still have access to their food. You should follow the instructions from the company (but this is what worked for us). My 3 year old loved the experience of seeing each one come out of the chrysalis (although she did miss 2 they emerged early morning before she was awake) and letting each one go was so rewarding. A few hung around our garden for a while until they were ready to spread their wings! I highly recommend these caterpillars!

This journey has been so fun to watch and explore, my kids absolutely enjoyed every second of watching the life cycle of a caterpillar. 🐛We have 3 butterflies currently (As I'm writing this another one hatched so now we have 4.) but we are hoping for all of them to have made it. We did lose the log you were suppose to set the chrysalis' in so l hand made a solution to that 😂 I cut open a hefty cup and put tape around the opening so it's a smooth edge and the butterflies won't hurt their wings, Then I placed the paper the chrysalis' are attached to on top and taped the paper onto the cup. The final step was putting something heavy on the bottom of the cup so it wouldn't tip over when the butterflies come out. So I placed a rock that my son had and a shell that we found at the beach in them. And now we shall wait for more to hatch We will wait for their wings to dry and to make sure they are eating before releasing them into the wild for them to live happily ever after! Thank you for everyone that has been keeping up with our butterfly journey! We will keep updating as time goes on! Also we had a caterpillar that was significantly smaller than the rest when we first got them. He’s still alive but growing a lot slower than the rest. He’s still in the cup with food and I’m going to try everything I can to help him get to become a butterfly 🦋

This turned out to be a great experience for our kids to see the caterpillars' transformation into beautiful butterflies. I have to say I was a bit dismayed when we first receive the kit. It came in a small box that must have gotten crushed in transportation. The cardboard box was half open and distorted .The plastic cup inside was also crushed to the point where it was impossible to put the lid on without it popping out. The paper on top of the cup was also torn. I ended up replacing the paper with a coffee filter and rubber banding the lid to the cup. Despite the ordeal from the bad transportation/packaging, our caterpillars survived and all six of them formed chrysalises. Even though one of the butterflies died inside its chrysalis, the other five came out beautifully. Overall pretty satisfied with how it turned out.

It was so interesting watching them develop from larves, to pupas to gorgeous butterflies.