10 Best Butterfly Kits With Live Caterpillars of 2026

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  The Butterfly Garden: Includes everything you need to raise 5 baby caterpillars into adult butterflies. A 12 tall habitat, voucher for 5 caterpillars, reusable butterfly feeder, pipette, STEM Journal, and step-by step instructions
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  Please Note: This kit does not include live insects. Redeem your voucher when you're ready to start the project and Insect Lore will ship your Cup of Caterpillars and Chrys-A-Lid holding log right to your door! (S&H Fees apply.)
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  We Grow What We Sell: The originators of caterpillar to butterfly kits, and we raise our caterpillars ourselves in our own facility in sunny California.
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  An Experience to Remember: This immersive 3-week project teaches children all about butterfly metamorphosis and more! Watch as your caterpillars grow 10x their original size, form chrysalides, and emerge as adult butterflies
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  Watch Them Morph: The included STEM Journal allows children to document their daily observations and complete butterfly themed activities, while the observance of the metamorphosis process fosters patience, curiosity, and personal growth.

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  Create unforgettable memories and embark on a captivating 3-week project with 10 baby caterpillars, where you'll witness the day-to-day metamorphosis of your very own Painted Lady butterflies!
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  Included: 2 cups of caterpillars along with their food, a reusable 12-inch-tall mesh habitat, 2 Chrys-A-Lid holders, a Flower-shaped Feeder, sugar packets for nectar, STEM Activity Journal, Instruction Guide, and dropper.
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  Dive into STEM learning with our engaging butterfly journal filled with exciting science, math, and writing activities. Perfect for your budding entomologist to explore the world of butterflies in an interactive way!
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  Insect Lore has been trusted by families and educators for over 50 years. Caterpillars are raised on their California farm. Teach an appreciation for nature using live caterpillars from the inventors of the Butterfly Garden!

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  CREATE A REAL BUTTERFLY HABITAT - Build the perfect butterfly habitat in the included mesh enclosure with see-through lid! Kids can decorate the feeder with the included stickers, and get ready to watch one of nature's most exciting metamorphoses!
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  INCLUDES VOUCHER FOR 5 CATERPILLARS With this kit youll receive a voucher for 5 baby caterpillars (S&H applies, caterpillars can be sent to mainland USA ONLY).
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  WATCH CATERPILLARS GROW INTO BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLIES - See nature in action as the caterpillars grow and eventually encase themselves into their chrysalises. Theyll develop inside until finally emerging as beautiful Painted Lady butterflies!
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  LEARN ABOUT BUTTERFLIES - With National Geographic, learning is always part of the fun! The full-color Learning Guide in this kit teaches kids all about the butterfly life cycle, with a poster for documenting their own caterpillars' progress!
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  HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATIONAL TOYS - We're proud to make the highest quality hands-on science toys, and all our products are backed by exceptional service. If your experience is less than stellar, let us know and we'll make things right!

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  Create unforgettable memories with Insect Lore's Butterfly Farm with live caterpillars. Embark on a captivating 3-week project with one cup of caterpillars, where you'll witness the day-to-day metamorphosis of your very own Painted Lady butterflies!
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  Experience metamorphosis and receive 5 caterpillars along with their food, a reusable pop-up habitat, Chrysalis Holding Log, a Flower-shaped Butterfly Feeder, sugar packets for butterfly nectar, Caterpillar Instruction Guide, and a feeding dropper.
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  Dive into STEM learning with your young explorers. This butterfly growing kit with live caterpillars, features an engaging butterfly journal packed with exciting science, math, and writing activities. Perfect for your budding entomologist to explore the world of butterflies in an interactive way!
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  Insect Lore has been trusted by family growers for over 50 years. Teach an appreciation for nature using the original source. Live caterpillars are grown on Insect Lore's Central California farm in the USA.
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  The pop-up mesh habitat is reusable, designed for effortless use, and collapses flat for convenient storage and reassembly. With its easy viewing and straightforward directions, this live caterpillar farm provides a fun and engaging way to teach your little ones about nature!

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  Complete Butterfly Growing Experience: This kit includes everything needed to grow live caterpillars into butterflies, featuring a green pop-up cage and a discount voucher to redeem live caterpillars later, making it an ideal project for boys and girls ages 6 Or, younger kids with the help of a grownup.
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  Educational and Fun: Dive into the world of insects with our STEM-focused butterfly kit. It's a perfect tool for learning about the life cycle of butterflies, offering both fun and education for classroom or home use.
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  Easy to Use and Eco-Friendly: Our 13-inch tall pop-up butterfly enclosure is designed for easy viewing and safe growth of caterpillars. Made with the highest quality materials, and built in zipper, it's perfect for teaching kids about nature and the importance of caring for our environment.
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  Spark Natural Curiosity: Nature Bound ignites a passion for outdoor exploration and wildlife. This kit doesn't just grow butterflies; it grows curious, conservation-minded explorers eager to learn more about the world around them.
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  Please note: this kit does not contain live insects.An optional $10.95 fee is required at time of redemption for shipping and handling of your baby caterpillars. Butterfly Kit with Voucher Includes: A voucher to redeem at your convenience for 5 baby caterpillars and all the food they need.
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  Proudly Based in Colorado, USA: Nature Bound is a product of Thin Air Brands, showcasing our commitment to high-quality, educational toys that spark imagination and foster a love for the natural world right from our home base in Colorado.

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  CREATE A REAL BUTTERFLY HABITAT - Build the perfect butterfly habitat in the included mesh enclosure with see-through lid! Kids can decorate the feeder with the included stickers, and get ready to watch one of nature's most exciting metamorphoses!
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  LEARN WITH HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES In addition to growing real butterflies, kids also get 3 glow-in-the-dark butterfly figures, a hands-on butterfly molding activity, a life cycle journal, learning poster, and easy-to-follow instructions.
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  INCLUDES VOUCHER FOR 5 CATERPILLARS With this kit youll receive a voucher for 5 baby caterpillars (additional fee applies, caterpillars can be sent to mainland USA ONLY).
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  WATCH CATERPILLARS GROW INTO BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLIES - See nature in action as the caterpillars grow and eventually encase themselves into their chrysalises. Theyll develop inside until finally emerging as beautiful Painted Lady butterflies!
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  AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS - Blue Marble, winner of the Toy Association's prestigious Toy of the Year Award, proudly develops products that foster education, imagination, and creativity, with a U.S. support team to ensure a stellar experience!

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  WATCH CATERPILLARS TURN INTO BUTTERFLIES: Experience the inspiring journey of metamorphosis as you watch caterpillars undergo the miraculous transformation into beautiful butterflies right before your eyes!
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  10 CATERPILLARS INCLUDED: Receive 10 live caterpillars! Your caterpillars are provided with nutritious food to ensure they are ready to begin their journey to becoming painted lady butterflies.
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  BUTTERFLY INSTRUCTIONS SHEET: Follow along with our instruction sheet to ensure a seamless experience in raising your Painted Lady butterflies. Learn about their life cycle and tips for releasing them into their natural habitat.
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  LOW-MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY: Enjoy the beauty of nature with minimal effort required, as our butterfly kit features a low-maintenance design that ensures a hassle-free experience for enthusiasts of all ages.
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  LIVE BUTTERFLY KIT: Included with this kit: 10 live caterpillars, Caterpillar food, Painted butterfly Booklet

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  Observe butterflies - watch the magical transformation of caterpillars into real live butterflies!
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  Insect learning - Know a kid (or big kid?) who's curious about all things bug-related? This is the perfect kit to get them up close and personal with nature
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  Custom habitat - build and decorate your very own butterfly habitat
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  Stem learning - the included learning poster teaches all about the 4 stages of metamorphosis: egg, larva, pupa, and adult!