Category: Rearing Butterflies
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Rearing and Releasing Butterflies in Washington State
by Melanie Weiss WBA is often asked by both teachers and parents how to responsibly rear butterflies in our area. It is a great question and demonstrates the growing awareness of some of the problems that may arise with this activity. Unless you are able to find butterfly eggs or caterpillars in the wild to…
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On Larvae and Learning
Rearing butterflies from eggs or larvae can be satisfying and fulfilling, or it can be frustrating and disappointing. There are ‘eureka’ moments when a bright light heralds a sudden new discovery, and there are crushing moments when larvae you obtained from a difficult long trip all decide to stop feeding and die for no apparent…
