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

Product ID: 201350427

🌱Nutritious caterpillar food included

📚STEM-based life cycle learning

🦋5 live Painted Lady caterpillars

Description

🦋 Transform your space—and your mindset—with live butterfly magic!

ECO FRIENDLY CONNECTION - Foster a meaningful bond with nature and contribute to butterfly conservation in your own home.
STEM LEARNING MADE SIMPLE - Engage with a hands-on educational kit that deepens understanding of biology and life cycles.
COMPLETE GROWTH ESSENTIALS - Includes nutritious caterpillar food and a detailed instruction booklet for seamless raising and releasing.
WITNESS METAMORPHOSIS MAGIC - Watch 5 live caterpillars transform into vibrant butterflies—nature’s most captivating show.
EFFORTLESSLY LOW MAINTENANCE - Designed for busy professionals and curious kids alike—minimal care, maximum wonder.

This kit includes 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars with nutritious food and a detailed instruction booklet, enabling a low-maintenance, educational experience that guides users through the full butterfly metamorphosis. Perfect for STEM learning and fostering a connection to nature, it’s ideal for youth aged 4 and up.

Specifications

ASIN	B087GD8SPC
Age Range Description	Youth
Best Sellers Rank	#3,683 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #36 in Educational Science Kits
Brand Name	Clearwater Butterfly Company
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (8,003)
Educational Objective	Observation Skills, Life Cycle Understanding
Included Components	Caterpillar Food
Item Dimensions	4 x 4 x 3 inches
Manufacturer	Clearwater Butterfly Company
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	48
Manufacturer Part Number	5CUP-LIVE
Material Type	Wood
Number of Items	2
Set Name	5 Caterpillars
Size	5 Caterpillars
Theme	Entomology, Butterflies

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