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Approximately 3-5 weeks, depending on the time of year. At the start of the season in March and April, the cycle is generally around 5 weeks, this time reduces as the weather improves, at the height of summer the cycle can be as little as 3 weeks to complete.

The chrysalides are shaking because of a natural instinct to ward off predators. When a chrysalis feels threatened, it will begin to wiggle and shake. It's a perfectly normal response and it does not hurt them.

The Order Lepidoptera comprises over 160,000 species of butterflies and moths, with most of these being moths. Only the Coleoptera (Beetles) form a larger order of any animal.

Don't worry if they do not move for the first day or so, this is normal. While they are eating and growing you will see little balls on the bottom of the cup that are the caterpillars “frass” or waste. It should be left in the cup.

Keep them dry and ship in a crush-proof box cushioned with tissue paper. Do not use cotton because legs and antennae will tangle and break. Insects taped to index cards or mailed loose in envelopes arrive in pieces and cannot be identified. Never mail live insects.

The Caterpillar Cup includes: 3-5 painted lady caterpillars in a clear cup with plenty of food, a paper cover for forming chrysalises & a ventilated lid. Care instructions included.

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Our goal is to get your insects to you as quickly as possible. It may take 24 hours to process and prepare your live order and approximately 3 - 5 business days for your package to arrive. For the most accurate information, be sure to check your shipping confirmation email for your tracking number.