Is mid august to late to order?

If temperatures are above 90 degrees we recommend waiting for cooler temps!

Do you need a mesh tent if you are planning on releasing them?

Yes, adult butterflies should not be kept in a small box

Do you have to have a mesh tent for them?

Once the caterpillars turn into chrysalis and are about to hatch into butterflies. You will need a mesh cage for the end of the butterfly lifecycle.

How many days does it take for them to hatch from when you receive the caterpillars?

We received our caterpillars on the 10th and they formed their chrysalis on the 22nd. It is supposed to take 10 - 14 days from then for the butterflies to appear. So total should be around 3 - 4 weeks. From the video, you can see when the chrysalis was forming. Very informative and exciting to watch.

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5 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars to Butterflies, Butterfly Activity Kit | Caterpillar Refill for Butterfly Kit, Mesh Cage Not Included, STEM Learning, Grow Live Butterflies

5 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars to Butterflies, Butterfly Activity Kit | Caterpillar Refill for Butterfly Kit, Mesh Cage Not Included, STEM Learning, Grow Live Butterflies

Product ID: 201350427

⏳Watch real-time metamorphosis

📚STEM learning with life cycle booklet

🦋5 live Painted Lady caterpillars

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Description

🦋 Grow wonder, spark curiosity, and join the metamorphosis movement!

COMPLETE LIVE KIT - Includes 5 healthy caterpillars and nutritious food to kickstart your butterfly journey with zero guesswork.
EDUCATIONAL ENGAGING - Detailed instruction sheet and life cycle booklet enhance learning and make science fun for all ages.
ECO FRIENDLY CONNECTION - Encourages releasing butterflies back into nature, fostering environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
EFFORTLESSLY LOW MAINTENANCE - Designed for busy professionals and parents—minimal care required, maximum awe guaranteed.
TRANSFORMATIVE STEM EXPERIENCE - Witness the magical metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly—perfect for curious minds and future biologists.

This STEM-focused butterfly activity kit includes 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars, nutritious food, and an educational booklet. Designed for ages 4 and up, it offers a low-maintenance, hands-on experience to observe the full butterfly life cycle, making it a top-rated educational toy that blends science, nature, and fun.

Specifications

ASIN	B087GD8SPC
Age Range Description	Youth
Best Sellers Rank	#2,840 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #20 in Educational Science Kits
Brand Name	Clearwater Butterfly Company
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (7,922)
Educational Objective	Observation Skills, Life Cycle Understanding
Included Components	Caterpillar Food
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	4 x 4 x 3 inches
Manufacturer	Clearwater Butterfly Company
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	48.00
Manufacturer Part Number	5CUP-LIVE
Material Type	Wood
Set Name	5 Caterpillars
Size	5 Caterpillars
Theme	Entomology, Butterflies

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