Butterfly Life Cycle and Characteristics

What is a common characteristic of butterflies?

• They are known for their dull colors.

• They are some of the most magical insects.

• They are typically found only in cold climates.

• Their wings are plain and unpatterned.

What do butterfly wings often resemble?

• Rough tree bark

• Smooth stones

• Beautiful artworks

• Plain fabric

What range of colors can butterflies be found in?

• Only black and white

• Only shades of green

• All the colors of the rainbow

• Only brown and grey

What were butterflies before they became the beautiful insects we see?

• Bees

• Ladybugs

• Caterpillars

• Spiders

How many stages are there in the life cycle of a butterfly?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the stage immediately after a butterfly egg hatches?

• Pupa

• Larva

• Adult butterfly

• Chrysalis

What is a caterpillar's main activity after hatching from an egg?

• Flying

• Sleeping

• Eating leaves

• Building a nest

What is the process called when a caterpillar sheds its old skin for a new, bigger one?

• Growing

• Moulting

• Transforming

• Hatching