Life Cycle of a Butterfly

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What is the first stage of a butterfly life cycle?

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Egg

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What is metamorphosis?

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A type of change that occurs in the life cycle of some animals, including butterflies.

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Why does a butterfly not fly away right after coming out of the chrysalis?

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Because its wings are wet, soft, and wrinkled.

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Where do butterflies lay their eggs?

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On leaves or stems of plants.

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What is a chrysalis also known as?

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Pupa.

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What comes after the egg stage in a butterfly's life cycle?

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Larva (Caterpillar).

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What do caterpillars eat?

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Leaves and plants.

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What happens during the pupa stage?

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The caterpillar transforms into a butterfly.

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How long does it take for a butterfly to emerge from the chrysalis?

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It varies, but it can take several days to weeks.

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What is the adult stage of a butterfly called?

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Butterfly.