Milkweed plants are not just another pretty flower in your garden; they play a crucial role in supporting the declining monarch butterfly population. Monarch butterflies rely on milkweed as a host plant for their larvae.… Read More »How to Harvest Milkweed Seeds
Queen butterflies are one of the most common butterflies, but are commonly mistaken for monarch butterflies, especially as caterpillars! Raising queen butterflies is almost identical to raising monarchs, you just need to learn to identify… Read More »How to raise queen butterfly
Did you find a random caterpillar while outside? It can be fun to bring it in and see what it turns into after metamorphosis. Here are a few tips for how to take care of… Read More »How to take care of moth caterpillars
Plant it and they will come! Attracting butterflies is as easy as planting nectar plants and host plants in your garden that butterflies love. But have you ever wondered, “How do butterflies find host plants?”… Read More »How do butterflies find host plants?
Finding butterfly eggs can be an exciting and rewarding experience, especially if you choose to bring them inside to raise the caterpillars. In the wild, caterpillars only have a 2-10% survival rate, so bringing them… Read More »How to find butterfly eggs
Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about butterflies and their life cycles. Have you ever wondered what butterflies actually eat or which colors they see while looking for flowers to… Read More »FAQs about butterflies
Ever wondered how butterflies fly? It’s pretty cool to see them fluttering through the air, but it’s hard to tell exactly how they manage to fly. We’re going to break it down for you here!… Read More »How do butterflies fly?
If you’re trying to attract butterflies to your garden, you may have found yourself wondering what do butterflies eat? Most of us know they like flowers, but there are some plants and flowers that attract… Read More »What do butterflies eat?
Here’s a list of common butterfly species found throughout the United States. Learn about their vibrant colors, physical characteristics, fascinating behaviors, and the regions where they can be found. Everyone has seen butterflies, but learning… Read More »Common Butterfly Species in the United States
Butterflies and moths are both members of the order Lepidoptera and are easily confused because of their similar wings, body shapes and life cycles. They both go through the process of metamorphosis to change from… Read More »What’s the Difference Between Butterflies and Moths?
