About This

• Unleash the wonder & marvel: Raise your own Painted Lady butterflies and become captivated by their incredible journey from tiny caterpillars to winged wonders and witness the marvel of metamorphosis up close.
• Native caterpillars & no surprises: Insect Lore provides caterpillars raised on our own American farm, transparent pricing and safety-tested materials. Many reuse the durable habitat, ordering caterpillars often.
• Complete kit, ready to grow: Your kit comes with a spacious reusable pop-up habitat, dropper, butterfly feeder, Chrys-A-Lid log, Voucher, and a STEM journal packed with facts and activities. Just schedule your caterpillar delivery ($8.95 fee required for shipping) whenever you are ready.
• Fun for the whole family: This engaging kit sparks curiosity and creates lasting memories for kids and adults alike. Perfect for homeschooling, family projects, or in-school science learning. The included voucher can be redeemed once you’re ready, making lesson planning easy ($8.95 shipping).
• Founded 1969: Insect Lore created live butterfly kits over 50 years ago, inspiring a love of nature in generations of families. Caterpillars are hatched on their California farm with the utmost care you’d expect from avid naturalists committed to sharing the joy of science with children everywhere.