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The Insect Lore Live Butterfly Garden Kit allows you to observe the complete life cycle of Painted Lady butterflies, from caterpillars to winged adults. Established in 1969, Insect Lore has been producing these educational kits for over 50 years, with caterpillars raised on their family-operated farm in California.
The kit includes a reusable pop-up habitat, feeding dropper, sugar-water feeder, a voucher for live caterpillars, and a STEM activity journal. The Chrys-A-Lid log arrives with the caterpillars when you redeem your voucher. Ideal for home or classroom use, this kit supports hands-on learning about metamorphosis and life cycles.
For optimal results, redeem your caterpillar voucher when daytime temperatures in your area stay between 50°F and 90°F. Live caterpillars ship to mainland U.S. destinations only.
Things to Keep in MindCommon complaints include an unclear description regarding the absence of caterpillars, which require a separate order that often incurs unexpected shipping fees. Customers frequently report delayed caterpillar deliveries, with insects sometimes arriving already mature or unhealthy. Furthermore, some users express dissatisfaction with a recent change to a mesh cage lid, citing it as less effective for chrysalis attachment and maintenance compared to previous designs. Why You'll Like ItThe kit provides an engaging and educational experience, allowing children and adults to observe the full butterfly lifecycle as caterpillars typically transform into butterflies. The company has also demonstrated responsiveness in addressing issues such as perished caterpillars.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 38902 (added 6/10/2025)
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