Watch them grow then let them go! See one of Nature's greatest miracles right before your eyes with our Oppenheim Best Toy Award-winning butterfly raising kit.

Raise 3 to 5 Painted Lady butterflies while learning all about metamorphosis. See the caterpillars' transition as they mature, change into chrysalides, and finally emerge as Painted Lady butterflies! The butterflies' development takes approximately three weeks, and they're absolutely safe to release into the environment.

Includes colorful pop-up habitat suitable for hanging or free-standing on a countertop, mail-in order form for butterfly larvae with special food, feeding kit and complete instructions.

The Live Butterfly Kit brings nature in doors with a fun and educational twist. Learn about the magic of metamorphosis as your grow a caterpillar to ten times its original size, and after it hangs around upside down for a time, a beautiful colorful butterfly emerges!

Watch and learn as your tiny caterpillars turn into beautiful painted lady butterflies!

Butterfly garden includes:
- Beautiful, airy butterfly garden habitat.
- Order form for 5 painted lady caterpillars that are delivered to your doorstep.
- Complete care and instruction guide bursting with fascinating butterfly facts.

NOTE: Caterpillars are shipped only within continental USA! Please also note that the shipping cost for caterpillars is NOT included with the purchase of this kit.  You will need to fill out the enclosed order form with payment for shipping and send it to the manufacturer of this kit in order to receive the caterpillars.

Box Size: 12.00in (30.48cm) x 12.00in (30.48cm) x 3.00in (7.62cm)

Recommended for ages 5 and older.

Weight: 0 lb 15 oz ( 0.43 kg )