Does this package come with everything including the mesh cage?

My package came with everything pictured including the live caterpillars. Recieved March 2019

can this be stored for a week or two? how soon should i start using it?

We received live caterpillars about 2 weeks ago. You can probably store for as much as a day or two as everything they need is in the container, but I wouldn't wait much longer as things start happening quickly.

I'm in Vegas so in 3 weeks it'll be 50-55 at night ? So will they survive after I release them

From the Insect Lore web site "Release your butterflies when daytime temperatures are at least 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Butterflies need this warmth to fly, feed, mate and pollinate." ........ Also, "Adult butterflies typically live for 2 to 4 weeks during the warm parts of the year. During that time they will feed, mate, lay eggs, and begin the amazing butterfly life cycle, or metamorphosis, all over again!" Hope that helps.

Can I play with my caterpillars?

The instructions state not to play with the caterpillars. They are left in their containers until after they form into chrysalides.

Insect Lore Butterfly Farm Butterfly Kit With Live Cup Caterpillars

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Description

🦋 Transform curiosity into discovery—grow your own butterfly story today!

ALL INCLUSIVE KIT - Comes with habitat, feeder, sugar packets, feeding dropper, and detailed instructions for effortless care.
STEM LEARNING MADE FUN - Engage young minds with science, math, and writing activities in the included butterfly journal.
ECO FRIENDLY REUSABLE - Durable pop-up habitat collapses flat for easy storage and multiple uses, perfect for ongoing exploration.
TRUSTED QUALITY SINCE 1979 - Live caterpillars shipped fresh from Insect Lore’s California farm, ensuring premium care and authenticity.
WITNESS METAMORPHOSIS LIVE - Track the full 3-week butterfly life cycle from caterpillar to butterfly in real time.

Insect Lore Butterfly Farm is a comprehensive STEM-accredited kit featuring 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars, a reusable pop-up habitat, and an engaging activity journal. Designed for kids 4+, it offers a hands-on, educational experience to observe metamorphosis over three weeks. Trusted for over 50 years, the kit includes all necessary supplies shipped directly from Insect Lore’s California farm, making it an ideal gift for families and classrooms seeking interactive nature learning.

Specifications

ASIN	B07PXV6DTM
Age Range Description	4+
Best Sellers Rank	#784 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #3 in Educational Science Kits
Brand Name	Insect Lore
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (5,724)
Educational Objective	STEM
Global Trade Identification Number	00735569101522
Included Components	Habitat, Cup of 5 Baby Painted Lady Caterpillars, Activity Journal, Chrys-A-Lid Holder Log, Butterfly Feeder, Sugar packets, Feeding dropper, Instruction guide
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	16 x 12 x 12 inches
Item Type Name	Habitat
Manufacturer	Insect Lore
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	1200.0
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	48.0
Manufacturer Part Number	L1015
Material Type	Nylon
Model Number	B07PXV6DTM
Size	12 inches
Theme	Insects
UPC	735569101522
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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