Several cocoons have fallen from the paper inside the cups. What can I do??

Try placing a paper towel on the bottom of the butterfly habitat you will use. Then gently tip them onto the paper towel at the bottom of the habitat. I only had one come loose from the paper, but it did survive and emerge from the chrysalis. Avoid touching them as much as possible.

The Cats ate a hole through the paper lid. What do I do?

You can cover the hole with more paper. Try using a paper towel. One of my students told me their dog ate the entire cup of food and caterpillars! Not much you can do about that.

Do I need to buy a little net structure for them in addition to this kit? Where do they attach the cocoon to?

You should buy one of the butterfly net enclosures for them. Once they make their chrysalis, you can pin the paper they’re attached to, to the inside of the net. Ours are hatching this week!

How long does it take for them to grow to butterflies?

The directions were pretty accurate on estimating the length of time. As I recall, it was 3-4 weeks. All of the caterpillars were not the same size, so they formed their chrysalis at different time and became butterflies at different times. At lease one caterpillar was much smaller so it took longer for it to grow and form a chrysalis. I think she named him "Tiny".

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

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⏳Watch metamorphosis in real-time

📚STEM learning with life cycle booklet

🦋10 live Painted Lady caterpillars

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🦋 Elevate your space with live metamorphosis magic—because watching change is the ultimate power move.

LOW MAINTENANCE FUN - Designed for busy professionals and curious minds alike—minimal care, maximum wonder.
ECO FRIENDLY RELEASE - Learn how to safely release butterflies back into their natural habitat, joining a community of nature stewards.
STEM DRIVEN LEARNING - Engage with a detailed instruction booklet that deepens your understanding of biology and life cycles.
COMPLETE STARTER PACK - Includes 10 live caterpillars and nutritious food to kickstart your butterfly journey effortlessly.
TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCE - Witness the magical metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly—nature’s ultimate glow-up.

This kit includes 10 live Painted Lady caterpillars with nutritious food and a detailed STEM-focused instruction booklet. Perfect for youth and adults alike, it offers a low-maintenance, educational experience observing the full butterfly life cycle. Ideal for enhancing observation skills and scientific knowledge, it encourages eco-conscious butterfly release and hands-on learning.

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ASIN	B08F5HHRG3
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, Concept Development Skills, Scientific Knowledge
Included Components	Caterpillar Food
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	8 x 4 x 3 inches
Manufacturer	Clearwater Butterfly Company
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	48.00
Manufacturer Part Number	10CUP-LIVE
Material Type	Plastic
Set Name	10 Caterpillars
Size	10 Caterpillars
Theme	Ship
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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