Raising butterflies from the larval stage to the adult stage can be a satisfying and educational hobby. It allows you to observe the amazing transformational metamorphosis at home within the safety of ...

Adult butterflies and moths (Lepidoptera) feed on nectar while the larvae/caterpillars feed on different parts of the plant. The caterpillars or larval life stage do most of the feeding in the ...

Aug. 6—Butterflies have invaded the Freeborn County Fair as part of a new exhibit. "You can come in and feed live butterflies," said Annette Holt, a staff member of the Butterfly Encounter ...

It is easy enough to cater to the butterflies' needs by mixing some mashed up bananas with some pancake syrup and a dash of baker's yeast. Butterflies have a 'sweet tooth.' Overripe fruit is a ...

This week on Backyard Farmer we hear about plants that attract and feed butterflies and see a green roof project here in Lincoln. Host Kim Todd and the panel of experts answer landscape, lawn, and ...

It’s all about the pollen. Every pollen-producing flowerpot helps support bees and butterflies, even those in cities surrounded by more concrete than natural landscapes. Researcher Kevin ...

Butterfly lovers were able to get an up close look at the insect and even feed them during a butterfly feeding on July 23 inside the butterfly house at Miller Nature Preserve in Avon. Families ...

Feed butterflies, cut from 3 acres of fresh flowers, and enjoy bubble play and farm attractions at Port Farms during Blooms, Bubbles and Butterflies.