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product_id: 48759748
title: "Cup of 3-5 Live Baby Caterpillars - Raise and Release Refill"
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price: "KD 9.18"
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# 3-5 weeks metamorphosis cycle Complete step-by-step instructions 3-5 live baby caterpillars Cup of 3-5 Live Baby Caterpillars - Raise and Release Refill

**Brand:** insect lore
**Price:** KD 9.18
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🦋 Transform curiosity into wonder—raise your own butterflies today!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cup of 3-5 Live Baby Caterpillars - Raise and Release Refill by insect lore
- **How much does it cost?** KD 9.18 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/48759748-cup-of-3-5-live-baby-caterpillars-raise-and-release)

## 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

- • **Eco-Friendly Release:** Raise, nurture, and release butterflies back into the wild, fostering environmental awareness and connection.
- • **All-Inclusive Refill Kit:** Includes nutritious food, chrysalis holder, sugar, and easy-to-follow instructions—just add your habitat.
- • **Compact & Hassle-Free Setup:** Lightweight 41g cup with no assembly or batteries required—start your butterfly journey immediately upon arrival.
- • **Perfect Screen-Free Learning:** Engage kids and adults alike with an immersive, hands-on science experience that beats any textbook or video.
- • **Witness Nature’s Magic Live:** Raise 3-5 vibrant baby caterpillars and watch their stunning transformation into Painted Lady butterflies.

## Overview

The Insect Lore Cup of 3-5 Live Baby Caterpillars is a compact, all-in-one refill kit designed for indoor educational use. It includes live caterpillars, food, a chrysalis station, sugar, and detailed instructions to guide users through the 3-5 week metamorphosis into Painted Lady butterflies. Ideal for families and classrooms, this hands-on project encourages screen-free learning and environmental stewardship by allowing users to raise and release butterflies safely.

## Description

From the manufacturer Cup of Caterpillars (LIVE CATERPILLARS! No voucher to redeem!) Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui) Butterflies These caterpillars will shed their exoskeletons four times while they are eating and growing. They shed once more just before they pupate. Caterpillars use the webbing to stick to their host plants. They also use the silk to pull leaves around themselves to hide from predators that might like to eat them! Because of their egg mass, females have a larger, more rounded abdomen than males which have straight sides. If you order during the warmer months please expect the caterpillars to be slightly bigger upon arrival then shown in the photos, as the cycle is quicker in warmer environments The caterpillars are expected to be dormant upon arrival, with some silk webbing present. Please leave them somewhere quiet for 48hrs and they should then start to move around Relive the butterfly experience with a refill cup of caterpillars! Insect Lore’s Cup of Caterpillars includes 3-5 caterpillars and all of the nutritious food they need to develop into beautiful Painted Lady butterflies. Observe the miraculous butterfly life cycle up close in your own home or classroom. Re-use your Insect Lore butterfly habitat, or if you have not completed the project before you can purchase a full kit that comes with everything you require to raise beautiful Painted Lady butterflies. Available March to mid-September. PLEASE NOTE: This is a LIVE product and should be opened upon arrival LIVE cup of 3-5 caterpillars and food, no voucher to redeem! This is a refill cup for the Insect Lore Butterfly Garden kits, please order a full kit if you require a habitat Also includes a chrysalis station, sachet of sugar and a quick start guide The butterfly cycle is 3-5 weeks depending on the time of year, please plan for this when ordering as the cups are normally dispatched within a week and you will need to be present for the whole cycle We endeavour to dispatch your order on the nearest Tuesday or Friday to the order being made, this is stock dependant. Please prepare that on occasion your order may arrive sooner than advertised Tracking is provided the evening of dispatch. A delivery signature is not required, a proof of delivery photo will be taken which will help you locate the parcel if it has been left in a safe place Ages 4+ Insect Lore Habitats The Cup of Caterpillars is meant as a refill for any of the many Insect Lore Butterfly Habitats which are sold separately. Watch the entire process! Baby Caterpillars 3-5 caterpillars will arrive in a clear plastic cup with all the nutritious food they need. Don’t worry if your caterpillars appear inactive on arrival. Place the cup in a safe place away from direct sunlight, and within 48hrs they should start to move around again. Adult Caterpillars The caterpillars will remain in the cup and will eat, spin silk and grow up to TEN times their original size! Chrysalis After 7-14 days (depending on the time of year), the caterpillars will hang upside down from the lid, form a 'J' shape and harden into chrysalides (also known as pupae). Butterflies Once the chrysalides have hardened for three days, gently move them to your existing pop-up butterfly habitat (you will need to purchase a full kit if you do not already have a habitat). It will take about 7-14 more days (depending on the time of year) for them to complete the transformation to adult butterflies. Feed and observe your butterflies for up to three days before releasing into nature. Insect Lore: Making Nature Come Alive Watch them Transform in Front of Your Eyes Whether in the classroom or at home, Insect Lore activities give learners of all ages a glimpse into the fascinating world of insects and can ignite a love of exploration and discovery in children. These informative, immersive projects are perfect for family time. Get the kids away from screens and encouraging them to get back into nature with the magic and wonder of insect metamorphosis. An Enlightening Activity for the Whole Family This Insect Lore set is a STEM.org authenticated educational product. STEM.org’s mission is to make quality STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education accessible to all. These products are designed to engage students from nursery to secondary school in a fun and exciting way that may start them on the road to pursuing a career in a STEM-related field. *STEM ID #12520700. February 8th, 2019. Insect Lore: Over 50 Years of Educational Fun Since 1969, Insect Lore has specialised in a variety of innovative, educational products for young learners. Starting with the signature Live Butterfly Garden and expanding to other insects, Insect Lore’s unique educational products have brought science to life in countless classrooms and homes around the world, offering children and adults a friendly, hands-on introduction to insect metamorphosis, entomology, and life-cycle learning.

Review: Loved this project - This was such a fun summer project for me and the kids! The caterpillars arrived safely and watching the whole cycle had great educational value. Four out of five of them made it successfully to be released in the garden on a sunny evening.
Review: Caterpillars - Great product as always glad I can help with nature.

## Features

- Warning:Not suitable for children under 4 years. For use under adult supervision
- Warning:To be used under the direct supervision of an adult
- Observe the miraculous butterfly life cycle up close in your own home or classroom! Share in this unforgettable learning experience and marvel at the wonder of butterfly metamorphosis.
- Includes 3-5 live baby caterpillars, their nutritious food, chrys-a-lid holder, sugar, and complete instructions. Habitat is not included.
- Open immediately upon arrival. Caterpillars are available March through Mid September.
- The entire transformation from caterpillar to adult Painted Lady butterfly takes about three to five weeks. Raise and feed your very own butterflies and then release them into the wild!
- Give learners of all ages a glimpse into the fascinating world of insect metamorphosis and ignite a love of exploration and discovery. This informative and immersive project is perfect for screen-free family time!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002C3R182 |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | 184 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 1 in Kids' Animal & Insect Habitat Kits |
| Brand Name | Insect Lore |
| Country Of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,823 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Learning the life cycle of the native thistle butterfly and encouraging learning through experience |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00735569010206 |
| Included Components | 1 Cup of Live Baby Caterpillars, Chrysalis Station, Sugar, Complete Instructions |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 7.6 x 8.3 x 7.6 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Insect Lore Cup of 5 Live Baby Caterpillars - Raise and Release Refill |
| Item Weight | 41 g |
| Manufacturer | Insect Lore |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 102 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Maximum Age Recommendation | 600.0 |
| Minimum Age Recommendation | 48.0 |
| Model Number | 102 |
| Number of Players | 1-3 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Set Name | Butterfly garden caterpillar refill set |
| Size | Compact |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Animal |
| UPC | 735569010213 735569010206 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Insect Lore
- **Theme:** Biology
- **Age range (description):** Kid
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7.6 x 8.3 x 7.6 centimetres

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loved this project
*by E***R on 5 March 2026*

This was such a fun summer project for me and the kids! The caterpillars arrived safely and watching the whole cycle had great educational value. Four out of five of them made it successfully to be released in the garden on a sunny evening.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Caterpillars
*by C***S on 14 April 2026*

Great product as always glad I can help with nature.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Growing well
*by A***R on 9 April 2026*

Caterpillars appear to be growing, looking forward to the butterflies

## Frequently Bought Together

- Insect Lore Cup of 3-5 Live Baby Caterpillars - Raise and Release Refill
- Insect Lore Butterfly Garden (Packaging May Vary)
- One Little Butterfly (Life Cycles)

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