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product_id: 125982094
title: "Insect Lore Cup of Caterpillars - 5 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Refill for Butterfly Garden Kit - Chrys-A-Lid Holding Log Included - STEM Learning Activity"
brand: "insect lore"
price: "€ 37.66"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Insect Lore"
url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/125982094-insect-lore-cup-of-caterpillars-5-live-painted-lady-caterpillars
store_origin: HR
region: Croatia
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# Nutrient-rich food included Compact 3.1-inch cup size 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars Insect Lore Cup of Caterpillars - 5 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Refill for Butterfly Garden Kit - Chrys-A-Lid Holding Log Included - STEM Learning Activity

**Brand:** insect lore
**Price:** € 37.66
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🦋 Unlock the magic of metamorphosis—because watching life transform never goes out of style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Insect Lore Cup of Caterpillars - 5 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Refill for Butterfly Garden Kit - Chrys-A-Lid Holding Log Included - STEM Learning Activity by insect lore
- **How much does it cost?** € 37.66 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/125982094-insect-lore-cup-of-caterpillars-5-live-painted-lady-caterpillars)

## 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

- • **All-Inclusive Kit:** Includes 5 caterpillars, nutritious food, Chrys-A-Lid holding log, and detailed care guide—just add your Butterfly Garden habitat.
- • **Metamorphosis Magic:** Watch 5 live caterpillars transform into stunning butterflies—your front-row seat to nature’s ultimate STEM show.
- • **Farm-Fresh & USA Grown:** Sustainably raised on a family-owned California farm since 1969, ensuring healthy, vibrant caterpillars every time.
- • **STEM Learning Made Simple:** Hands-on educational experience perfect for kids 4+ and classrooms, blending biology with curiosity-driven fun.
- • **Seasonal Shipping for Success:** Ships only when temps are 50–90°F in continental U.S., guaranteeing optimal caterpillar health and growth.

## Overview

The Insect Lore Cup of Caterpillars offers 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars with food and a Chrys-A-Lid holding log, designed as a perfect refill for the Butterfly Garden habitat. Grown on a family farm in California, this STEM-focused kit provides a hands-on learning experience for kids aged 4 and up, allowing users to observe the full butterfly life cycle. Ships seasonally within the continental U.S. to ensure caterpillar health.

## Description

Insect Lore's Painted Lady Caterpillars provide an exciting, hands-on educational experience for kids, families, and students, teaching them about the wonders of nature and the crucial role of pollinators. These caterpillars are the perfect refill for the Insect Lore Butterfly Garden Habitat, allowing you to watch as they transform into stunning butterflies. This kit includes 5 baby caterpillars, all the food they need, stickers and clear instructions to guide you through the process. Please note that the habitat is sold separately. Grown with care at Insect Lore's family-operated farm in Central California, these caterpillars are shipped directly to you. NOTE: For the best experience, order when daytime temperatures in your area are between 50-90°F. Caterpillars can only be shipped within the continental U.S.

Review: Just beware.... - I got this for my girls because I always forget to send in the vouchers for the caterpillars. They came in a decent amount of time and all five became butterflies. However just understand upon release you might give your children a front seat view to the circle of life. Two of the five became an instant bird snack just plucked out of the air mid flight and what followed well as I said circle of life. Three hopefully found their way to freedom. Will we do again 100% yes but maybe we release from the front yard instead of the backyard next time.
Review: Great learning experience! - Great learning experience for kids and adults! It’s easy to use. Instructions are easy. My only complaint is I have ordered this numerous times and every time I only get four caterpillars even though it’s states you should get five. I feel like this point they owe me a free cup of caterpillars lol. Definitely worth buying. It makes a great gift also. Also, the netting tent they come in last a long time so we can do butterflies every year!

## Features

- Perfect Refill for Insect Lore Butterfly Garden Habitat – This Cup of Caterpillars is an ideal refill kit for your reusable Insect Lore Butterfly Garden (sold separately) This unforgettable learning experience is sure to bring your family or classroom closer as you share the wonder of butterfly metamorphosis.
- Grown in the USA – Trusted Since 1969 – Each cup includes 5 live baby Painted Lady caterpillars raised with care on Insect Lore’s family-owned farm in California
- A hands-on STEM learning experience for kids, families, and classrooms - Observe caterpillars grow, form chrysalides, and transform into beautiful butterflies—right before your eyes!
- Includes 1 cup with 5 caterpillars, all the nutritious food they need, Chrys-A-Lid Holding Log, and detailed care instructions. Just add the Insect Lore habitat (sold seperately) and watch them grow!
- Live Caterpillar Info – For successful delivery and healthy caterpillars, order when daytime temperatures in your area are between 50–90°F. Ships to the continental U.S. only. Habitat sold separately.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07QX99XFL |
| Age Range Description | 4+ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #43,533 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #429 in Educational Science Kits |
| Brand Name | Insect Lore |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 5,205 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | STEM |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00735569010008 |
| Included Components | Cup of 5 baby caterpillars with their food, Chrys-A-Lid Holder, Stickers, Caterpillar Care Guide |
| Item Dimensions | 3.1 x 3.1 x 3 inches |
| Item Type Name | Cup of Caterpillars |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Insect Lore |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1200.0 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 48.0 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Size | Small |
| Theme | Insect |
| UPC | 735569010008 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: My son opened the lid right when they arrived cause he was afraid they couldn't breathe. I covered them up right away. Will they be ok?**
A: Yes. Holes in lid, fabric is breathable. Caterpillars use the fabric to hang from when they cocoon, so keep lid on. Don’t need to do anything till they’re all hanging, then place lids standing upright in the holder provided

**Q: Guarantee? all are alive & hatch. money back.
i purchased caterpillars for my grandchildren & only one survived. who do i contact about replacements?**
A: How can we contact them?  We received 3 live caterpillars and the other 2 dead (and in pieces).

**Q: Can They Eat Peaches?**
A: We have ours pineapple and watermelon. W
Sweet and juicy

**Q: Is it normal for there to be webs in the cup?**
A: It is a normal part of caterpillar life to form webs.  The webs seem to help them when they eventually climb to the top of their cup to hang upside down.  I have had webs every time with these and have ordered them almost every year for the last 15 years.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just beware....
*by R***A on January 14, 2026*

I got this for my girls because I always forget to send in the vouchers for the caterpillars. They came in a decent amount of time and all five became butterflies. However just understand upon release you might give your children a front seat view to the circle of life. Two of the five became an instant bird snack just plucked out of the air mid flight and what followed well as I said circle of life. Three hopefully found their way to freedom. Will we do again 100% yes but maybe we release from the front yard instead of the backyard next time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great learning experience!
*by M***. on July 21, 2025*

Great learning experience for kids and adults! It’s easy to use. Instructions are easy. My only complaint is I have ordered this numerous times and every time I only get four caterpillars even though it’s states you should get five. I feel like this point they owe me a free cup of caterpillars lol. Definitely worth buying. It makes a great gift also. Also, the netting tent they come in last a long time so we can do butterflies every year!

### ⭐ Disappointed
*by H***H on August 8, 2025*

We purchased these directly from Insect Lore a year ago and had a great experience. All 5 of our butterflies emerged and were healthy. When I saw I could order from the same company through Amazon, I was excited! When these caterpillars arrived, they were full grown and couldn’t climb up the sides to the lid to form their pupas, so all 5 turned into pupas at the bottom of the container. They tuned into pupas less than 24 hours after we received them, so we weren’t able to observe the caterpillars growth. Two of the butterflies were unable to completely emerge from the chrysalis and all 3 others were deformed and unable to fly. We didn’t have any healthy butterflies from our order, which was a huge bummer!

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-02-05*