--- product_id: 25641593 title: "Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars - 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Includes Bonus Butterfly Life Cycle Figurines - Refill for Butterfly Garden Habitat" brand: "insect lore" price: "42973CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Insect Lore" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/25641593-insect-lore-two-cups-of-live-caterpillars-10-live-painted store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars Hands-on STEM learning kit Complete butterfly life cycle figurines Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars - 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Includes Bonus Butterfly Life Cycle Figurines - Refill for Butterfly Garden Habitat **Brand:** insect lore **Price:** 42973CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🦋 Transform your space into a live butterfly sanctuary — don’t miss the metamorphosis magic! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars - 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Includes Bonus Butterfly Life Cycle Figurines - Refill for Butterfly Garden Habitat by insect lore - **How much does it cost?** 42973CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/25641593-insect-lore-two-cups-of-live-caterpillars-10-live-painted) ## 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-in-One Refill Kit:** Comes with caterpillars, nutritious food, care instructions, and a chrysalis-holding log - • **STEM Learning Meets Fun:** Engage kids and classrooms with a hands-on science experience that sparks curiosity - • **Authentic Life Cycle Models:** Includes anatomically accurate, painted figurines illustrating every butterfly stage - • **Farm-Grown Quality Since 1969:** Caterpillars raised with care on a trusted family-owned California farm - • **Watch Nature’s Magic Unfold:** Observe 5 live caterpillars transform into butterflies in just 20 days ## Overview Insect Lore Cup Caterpillars offer a premium, educational STEM experience featuring 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars raised on a family farm in California. This refill kit includes all necessary food, detailed care instructions, and realistic butterfly life cycle figurines, designed to complement the Insect Lore Butterfly Garden Habitat (sold separately). Perfect for kids, families, and classrooms, it provides a captivating way to witness the full metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly within approximately 20 days, fostering hands-on learning about nature and pollinators. ## 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 10 baby caterpillars, all the food they need, and clear instructions to guide you through the process. Please note that the habitat is sold separately. Insect Lore’s oversized, anatomically correct figurines have been accurately painted and sculpted to show each stage of butterfly development. 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: Beautiful experience for all ages - This is a wonderful learning experience and great Easter tradition for all my grandkids. All 10 caterpillars survived and flourished into beautiful butterflies, that we released on Easter day. Review: WORTH EVERY PENNY - Beautiful Mother’s Day gift! Watching them grow into butterflies was an amazing experience. My mom loved her gift and so did everyone else who seen them transform. Totally worth the money! I’ve purchased this already 3 years in a row! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09RSH4RFN | | Age Range Description | 4+ | | Best Sellers Rank | #50,413 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #444 in Educational Science Kits | | Brand Name | Insect Lore | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 1,489 Reviews | | Educational Objective | STEM | | Included Components | Two Cups of Caterpillars & Butterfly Life Cycle Stages | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 6.25 x 3.1 x 3 inches | | Item Type Name | Butterfly Habitat Refill | | Item Weight | 0.64 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Insect Lore | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 720.0 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 48.0 | | Manufacturer Part Number | L200-LCS-AMZ | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Number | L200-LCS-AMZ | | Set Name | Painted Lady Caterpillar Refill Set | | Size | 3.1 x 6.25 x 3 inches | | Theme | Insects | | UPC | 735569010053 | | Unit Count | 10.0 Count | ## Images ![Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars - 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Includes Bonus Butterfly Life Cycle Figurines - Refill for Butterfly Garden Habitat - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WdmjFC-nL.jpg) ![Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars - 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Includes Bonus Butterfly Life Cycle Figurines - Refill for Butterfly Garden Habitat - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/418D9dMfRnL.jpg) ![Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars - 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Includes Bonus Butterfly Life Cycle Figurines - Refill for Butterfly Garden Habitat - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41qWtE3YLuL.jpg) ![Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars - 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Includes Bonus Butterfly Life Cycle Figurines - Refill for Butterfly Garden Habitat - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41wG2Cn2NGL.jpg) ![Insect Lore Two Cups of Live Caterpillars - 10 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Includes Bonus Butterfly Life Cycle Figurines - Refill for Butterfly Garden Habitat - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XkGvgUpwL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful experience for all ages *by C***K on April 11, 2026* This is a wonderful learning experience and great Easter tradition for all my grandkids. All 10 caterpillars survived and flourished into beautiful butterflies, that we released on Easter day. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WORTH EVERY PENNY *by A***O on April 20, 2026* Beautiful Mother’s Day gift! Watching them grow into butterflies was an amazing experience. My mom loved her gift and so did everyone else who seen them transform. Totally worth the money! I’ve purchased this already 3 years in a row! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ They arrived alive and well. *by D***D on June 5, 2026* I buy these every year and have not been disappointed. ## Frequently Bought Together - Insect Lore Cup of Live Baby Caterpillars with Figurines | Butterfly Kit Refill - Plus Butterfly Life Cycle Stages Toy Figurines | 5 Painted Lady Caterpillars Shipped Now - Insect Lore Butterfly Garden Kit, Painted Lady Butterfly Kit with Voucher for Live Caterpillars, Butterfly Habitat, STEM Journal & More - NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Butterfly Growing Kit - Butterfly Habitat Kit with Voucher to Redeem 5 Caterpillars (S&H Not Included), Butterfly Cage, Feeder (Amazon Exclusive) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/25641593-insect-lore-two-cups-of-live-caterpillars-10-live-painted](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/25641593-insect-lore-two-cups-of-live-caterpillars-10-live-painted) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-06-08*