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product_id: 60333533
title: "Insect Lore Butterfly Garden with a Cup of 3-5 Live Baby Caterpillars and Food"
brand: "insect lore"
price: "€ 72.52"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/60333533-insect-lore-butterfly-garden-with-a-cup-of-3-5
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region: Slovakia
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# 3-5 week full metamorphosis cycle 30cm reusable pop-up mesh habitat 3-5 live Painted Lady caterpillars Insect Lore Butterfly Garden with a Cup of 3-5 Live Baby Caterpillars and Food

**Brand:** insect lore
**Price:** € 72.52
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🦋 Transform your space into a live butterfly sanctuary — don’t miss the magic unfold!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Insect Lore Butterfly Garden with a Cup of 3-5 Live Baby Caterpillars and Food by insect lore
- **How much does it cost?** € 72.52 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/60333533-insect-lore-butterfly-garden-with-a-cup-of-3-5)

## Best For

- insect lore enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted insect lore brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete Care Kit:** Includes feeding pipette, chrysalis station, sugar sachet, and detailed instructions for effortless butterfly raising.
- • **Eco-Friendly Release:** Raise and release butterflies to support local pollination and connect with nature’s cycle.
- • **Crystal Clear Habitat:** 30cm pop-up mesh enclosure offers unobstructed, 360° viewing for immersive observation.
- • **STEM-Authenticated Learning:** A STEM.org certified educational tool that sparks curiosity and hands-on science exploration.
- • **Live Metamorphosis Experience:** Watch 3-5 live caterpillars grow, pupate, and emerge as vibrant butterflies in your own home.

## Overview

The Insect Lore Butterfly Garden kit delivers 3-5 live Painted Lady caterpillars with a 30cm reusable mesh habitat and all necessary feeding and care tools. Designed for ages 4+, it offers a 3-5 week hands-on STEM learning experience, allowing users to witness the full butterfly metamorphosis cycle and release pollinators back into the wild.

## Description

From the manufacturer Insect Lore Butterfly Garden with 3-5 LIVE Caterpillars Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui) Butterflies These caterpillars will shed their exoskeletons four times while they are eating and growing. They shed once more just before they pupate. Caterpillars use the webbing to stick to their host plants. They also use the silk to pull leaves around themselves to hide from predators that might like to eat them! Because of their egg mass, females have a larger, more rounded abdomen than males which have straight sides. If you order during the warmer months please expect the caterpillars to be slightly bigger upon arrival then shown in the photos, as the cycle is quicker in warmer environments The caterpillars are expected to be dormant upon arrival, with some silk webbing present. Please leave them somewhere quiet for 48hrs and they should then start to move around Give Every Child the Gift of Metamorphosis! The original Butterfly Garden is an educational kit that gives children, students and families an unforgettable opportunity to watch caterpillars change into chrysalides and then emerge as beautiful Painted Lady butterflies. Raise and feed your very own butterflies and then release them into the wild. Butterflies are excellent pollinators; when you set them free, your butterflies will go on to help the environment! PLEASE NOTE: This is a LIVE kit and should be opened upon arrival LIVE cup of 3-5 caterpillars and food, no voucher to redeem! 30cm reusable pop-up butterfly habitat, made of super clear mesh for easy viewing Feeding pipette, chrysalis station, sachet of sugar, full instruction guide Butterfly cycle is between 3-5 weeks depending on the time of year, please plan for this when ordering as Kits are normally dispatched within a week and you will need to be present for the whole cycle We endeavour to dispatch your order on the nearest Tuesday or Friday to the order being made, this is stock dependant. Please prepare that on occasion your order may arrive sooner than advertised Tracking is provided the evening of dispatch. A delivery signature is not required, a proof of delivery photo will be taken which will help you locate the parcel if it has been left in a safe place Ages 4+ Watch the entire process! Baby Caterpillars 3-5 caterpillars will arrive in a clear plastic cup with all the nutritious food they need. Don’t worry if your caterpillars appear inactive on arrival. Place the cup in a safe place away from direct sunlight, and within 48hrs they should start to move around again. Adult Caterpillars The caterpillars will remain in the cup and will eat, spin silk and grow up to TEN times their original size! Chrysalis After 7-14 days (depending on the time of year), the caterpillars will hang upside down from the lid, form a 'J' shape and harden into chrysalides (also known as pupae). Butterflies Once the chrysalides have hardened for three days, gently move them to the pop-up butterfly habitat. It will take about 7-14 more days (depending on the time of year) for them to complete the transformation to adult butterflies. Feed and observe your butterflies for up to three days before releasing into nature. Insect Lore: Making Nature Come Alive An Enlightening Activity for the Whole Family Whether in the classroom or at home, Insect Lore activities give learners of all ages a glimpse into the fascinating world of insects and can ignite a love of exploration and discovery in children. These informative, immersive projects are perfect for family time. Get the kids away from screens and encourage them to get back into nature with the magic and wonder of insect metamorphosis. STEM.org Authenticated Educational Product* This Insect Lore set is a STEM.org authenticated educational product. STEM.org’s mission is to make quality STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education accessible to all. These products are designed to engage students from nursery to secondary school in a fun and exciting way that may start them on the road to pursuing a career in a STEM-related field. *STEM ID #12520700. February 8th, 2019. Over 50 Years of Educational Fun Since 1969, Insect Lore has specialised in a variety of innovative, educational products for young learners. Starting with the signature Live Butterfly Garden and expanding to other insects, Insect Lore’s unique educational products have brought science to life in countless classrooms and homes around the world, offering children and adults a friendly, hands-on introduction to insect metamorphosis, entomology, and life-cycle learning.

Review: Great fun, good quality and value, super original gift idea! - Wonderful gift idea. Moving in gift for my daughter and her partner. They enjoyed watching them grow and releasing them. (3 survived) I loved watching the video they made too. Great hands on fun and caring activity- First pets together ! Now they are expecting their first baby!
Review: Educational and fun - This company is very professional, responsible and makes a lot of effort to keep high welfare standards for them insects, which I love it. The Caterpillar triple the size in 24h, which we were so surprised. It's super educational, with clear instructions and so much information about the butterflies stages and details. Probably will do ladybirds after.

## Features

- Warning:Not suitable for children over 36 months
- Warning:Not suitable for children under 4 years. For use under adult supervision
- Warning:To be used under the direct supervision of an adult
- PLEASE NOTE: This kit and should be opened upon arrival
- Cup of 3-5 caterpillars and food, no voucher to redeem!
- 30cm reusable pop-up butterfly habitat, made of super clear mesh for easy viewing
- Feeding pipette, chrysalis station, sachet of sugar, full instruction guide
- The butterfly cycle is between 3-5 weeks depending on the time of year. Kits are normally dispatched within a week and you will need to be present for the whole cycle
- We endeavour to dispatch your order on the nearest Tuesday or Friday to the order being made. Please prepare that on occasion your order may arrive sooner than advertised
- Tracking is provided the evening of dispatch. A delivery signature is not required, a proof of delivery photo will be taken which will help you locate the parcel if it has been left in a safe place
- Ages 4+

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00XNTGRT8 |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | 69,167 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 786 in Educational Science Kits |
| Brand Name | Insect Lore |
| Colour | Green |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,207 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Metamorphosis, Observation Skills, STEM |
| Included Components | Habitat, Pipette Instruction Booklet, Cup |
| Item Dimensions | 30 x 30 x 20 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Habitat Kit |
| Manufacturer | FitSan |
| Material Type | Fabric, Plastic |
| Minimum Age Recommendation | 48 |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Size | One Size |
| Subject Character | Painted Lady Butterfly |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Wildlife,Butterlies |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Size:** One Size
- **Brand:** Insect Lore
- **Theme:** Wildlife,Butterlies
- **Age range (description):** Kid
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 30 x 30 x 20 centimetres

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Given the current circumstances, are you still about source this. My daughter is not at school and they used to do this project so I want to do at hom**
A: We are currently operating as normal, but demand for caterpillars is high and there may be a delay on shipping

**Q: Can this come quicklyer**
A: I think it takes about 3 weeks for dispatch. You can always contact the seller if they can dispatch it quicker.

**Q: When is the best time to order cup of caterpillars, we have a voucher**
A: Hi Julie,We dispatch Caterpillars from March up to mid-September, so any time between those months is fine.  Some like to wait until there are more flowers out in the gardens to attract the Butterflies, but it is personal preference.I hope this helps.

**Q: I want to order these for my sons birthday, do you need to start the process as soon as the kit arrives?**
A: The Butterfly cycle does start as soon as the order is dispatched, so we would advise gifting the Kit no later than a couple of days after it arrives, or alternatively you can order the Butterfly Garden that comes with a Voucher to redeem the caterpillars at a later date of your choosing.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great fun, good quality and value, super original gift idea!
*by M***N on 1 February 2026*

Wonderful gift idea. Moving in gift for my daughter and her partner. They enjoyed watching them grow and releasing them. (3 survived) I loved watching the video they made too. Great hands on fun and caring activity- First pets together ! Now they are expecting their first baby!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Educational and fun
*by L***Z on 6 April 2025*

This company is very professional, responsible and makes a lot of effort to keep high welfare standards for them insects, which I love it. The Caterpillar triple the size in 24h, which we were so surprised. It's super educational, with clear instructions and so much information about the butterflies stages and details. Probably will do ladybirds after.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing
*by J***L on 6 July 2025*

We had so much fun doing this. Getting to see how the caterpillars change was incredible and was something we talked bout daily. It was lots of fun especially when we woke and see how they changed overnight. Everything you need is included in the box. And it’s small enough not to take up too much room. We got 5 caterpillars. And got 4.5 out ( sadly one failed to break out the chrysalis) but the joy in the kids faces when we let them go and discussed where they’ll go next. Were definitely doing this again.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Butterfly Garden with 3-5 Caterpillars
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*Product available on Desertcart Slovakia*
*Store origin: SK*
*Last updated: 2026-02-23*