Clearwater Butterfly Live Painted Lady Butterflies - 5 Live Caterpillars - Live Caterpillars to Butterflies - Caterpillars for Butterfly Kit - Mesh Cage Not Included - Live Butterfly Kit - 5 Count

This is our second year buying these caterpillars. I am sometimes not thorough in reading instructions and caring for things, but these caterpillars are forgiving.. none have ever died despite being neglected and dropped/ shaken by children. Clear instructions and information on the type of butterfly. Great educational tool, we even got to see them mate and lay eggs in the end!

It was alot of fun to raise the butterflies, though I feel like the instructions should mention what to do is a crysalys falls, just set it at the bottom of the enclosure and it'll be ok, I unfortunately made the mistake the first time around with the crysalys, but I quickly fixed it. Also, there should be a warning about how much the butterflies poop after they emerge from the crysalys. Lol. But anyway, this is overall a wonderful product, I got to pin a few butterflies after they died naturally and they look beautiful.

This is my second time buying from Clearwater Butterfly, and it gives you such a first-person view of learning the process of transformation and teaching metamorphosis to your kids. It also teaches your kids patience and how to be gentle, exposing them to learning about nature around us. It's a fun way that doesn't break the bank to care for them and teach your kids to care for their environment.

Wow. What an amazing experience with my children. These sweet little caterpillars were perfect! We ordered 10 but got extra and they all made chrysalises! Every single one survived their metamorphosis journey and became a beautiful butterfly! We put strawberries and flowers in the butterfly habitat for a few days to observe them. Then came release day and oh my! So magical! They crawled all over our hands and hung out with us for a while before flying away. I can’t wait to order more and do it again. I highly recommend these caterpillars!

Caterpillars, those small and seemingly insignificant creatures, have an enchanting world hidden beneath their tiny, wriggling bodies. My recent experience observing caterpillars has left me in awe of nature's extraordinary transformations.**Pros**:1. **Metamorphosis**: The life cycle of a caterpillar, culminating in its transformation into a butterfly or moth, is nothing short of miraculous. Watching this metamorphosis unfold is a captivating journey that brings a sense of wonder to both children and adults.2. **Biodiversity**: The diversity among caterpillar species is astonishing. From striking colors to intricate patterns, caterpillars come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, making them a joy to discover in nature.3. **Educational**: Observing caterpillars is an excellent way to introduce kids to the concepts of life cycles, biology, and ecology. It provides an opportunity for hands-on learning and instills an appreciation for the natural world.**Cons**:1. **Short Lifespan**: Caterpillars have relatively short lifespans in their larval stage. This might be disappointing for those who become attached to their little companions, but it's an integral part of their life cycle.In conclusion, caterpillars are nature's enchanting storytellers, weaving tales of transformation and resilience. These humble creatures have the power to instill awe, curiosity, and respect for the natural world. My experience with caterpillars has been nothing short of magical, and I encourage everyone to take a moment to observe these remarkable beings in their journey of life.

The media could not be loaded. I have purchased these several times. They have always worked just as promised. There is very little you have to do, and the butterflies hatch perfectly. I purchased a butterfly enclosure for about $15 as well. I use it each year. The students get to watch the whole process from caterpillar to butterfly. We have a great time unzipping the enclosure and waiting for the butterflies to fly away. I purchased this set of three, but even one will give you five or more butterflies.

Updated review. Not long after I wrote the review below 2 butterflies hatched. Then I found 3 more when I got home this afternoon. 1 has defective wings but doing ok. I still don't like the paper on topog the container. Previos review: received the catapillers alive and there were 7 catapillers. As they grew they ate the paper limiting what they could use the crystallize. 2 were able the crystallized but died. No butterflies all catapillers died.

I do the whole butterfly thing with my son every year now. This is year two. Last year we got our caterpillars from a different place. Got two cups and one whole cup died. Never made it into Cocoons. So this year I looked for a different company.I was late to the game this year and pushing it on the max temp. The week they would come would be about 83 and I’m in the south so that feels much harder.I camped the mailbox and got them out fast. Was 83 and sunny that day.All were alive and in great shape. Very small and young! Mine last year I also recieved much larger.One cup has 5 and the other cup they gave me 7 which was also nice. Both cups are growing and thriving.Took two days from FL to NC.Def happy with these folks and will continue to order from here every year.Will update when they do thier thang and turn into butterflies.