Butterfly Care and Behavior

The video tutorial explores the life cycle of painted lady butterflies, from caterpillars to their release. It covers the growth of caterpillars, their transformation into chrysalides, and the emergence of butterflies. The video also provides care instructions, feeding tips, and emphasizes the importance of butterflies in the environment.

What is included in the butterfly kit?

• A butterfly feeder, sugar, a habitat, and an observation journal

• A butterfly net, sugar, a habitat, and a magnifying glass

• A butterfly feeder, honey, a habitat, and a camera

• A butterfly net, honey, a habitat, and an observation journal

What should you avoid doing when caring for caterpillars?

• Feeding them daily

• Placing them in direct sunlight

• Keeping the lid off the cup

• Touching them frequently

How long does it take for caterpillars to harden into chrysalides?

• Five days

• Seven days

• One day

• Three days

What is the red drop seen when a butterfly emerges?

• Pollen

• Blood

• Nectar

• Meconium

What should you do before feeding a newly emerged butterfly?

• Wait for its wings to dry

• Place it in direct sunlight

• Spray it with water

• Feed it immediately

What is the proboscis used for?

• Camouflage

• Feeding

• Flying

• Mating

Which butterfly is compared to a painting?

• Monarch butterfly

• Painted lady butterfly

• Swallowtail butterfly

• Viceroy butterfly

Why is it important to release butterflies within a week?

• They will become aggressive

• They will stop eating

• They are important for the environment

• They need to migrate

What is the minimum temperature for releasing butterflies?

• 55 F degrees

• 60 F degrees

• 45 F degrees

• 50 F degrees

What should you do if a butterfly struggles to fly after release?

• Feed it more nectar

• Spray it with water

• Leave it alone

• Help it gently