The Very Impatient Caterpillar Flashcard

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What is the maximum speed some butterflies can fly?

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Some butterflies can fly up to 37 miles per hour.

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How long have butterflies been around?

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Butterflies have been around for millions of years, but not 40 million years.

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Do female butterflies live longer than male butterflies?

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Yes, female butterflies generally live longer than male butterflies.

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Can butterflies fly when it's cold?

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No, butterflies can't fly when it's cold.

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How many wings do butterflies have?

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Butterflies have four wings, not two.

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What do butterflies need to fly?

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Butterflies need warm weather to fly.

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What is the life cycle of a butterfly?

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The life cycle includes egg, caterpillar (larva), pupa (chrysalis), and adult butterfly.

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What do caterpillars eat?

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Caterpillars primarily eat leaves.

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What is metamorphosis?

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Metamorphosis is the process by which a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly.

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What colors can butterflies be?

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Butterflies can be many colors, including blue, yellow, orange, and black.