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Butterflies and Moths

To many people they are indistinguishable. There is a difference and this is the place to satisfy you curiosity. Both are class Insecta but the butterfly has a longer smoother antenna and tends to be more colorful. With 165,000 known species, there is room for lots of questions in here.

4,118 Questions

Your butterfly has black wings with white spots and an orange triangle in the centre What is it?

The butterfly you are describing sounds like a Monarch butterfly. Monarch butterflies are known for their distinctive black wings with white spots and an orange triangle at the center of each wing. They are famous for their long-distance migration and can be found in North and South America.

Can a human spirit come back in birds or butterflies and if so why?

No.

well i wouldn't really say no because you never know. But if their was a defined decision i would say yes because i guess i believe in stuff like that cause it's different when one of you own brothers died. so i think that maybe they can come back.

Why do butterflies have sticky feet?

Butterflies have tiny scales on the bottom of their feet that help them stick to surfaces. These scales create friction when in contact with surfaces, allowing butterflies to walk, cling, and climb on various types of plants and trees.

Why do i have sudden hot flashes and butterfly stomachs?

Sudden hot flashes and butterfly stomachs could be a physical response to stress, anxiety, or hormonal changes. It's important to identify any triggers or patterns that may be causing these symptoms and consider speaking with a healthcare provider for further evaluation and support.

What are tube lke mouth parts of butterfly is called?

The tube like part of the mouth of all Lepidoptera (butterflies) is called probiscus. It is specifically designed to allow the animal to drink nectar from deep within the structure of a flower.

Does a moth have a backbone?

yes. steven hawkings controls their little brains. poor souls.

thats a lie they have brains that are controlled by there mums or dads and there brains are controlled by the queen moth.

What are butterflies attracted to?

Pink, purple, orange, yellow, and any other bright flowers. My guess is that is probably does not matter because as long as they are real and can get pollen from the flower then any flower is ok.

Why do moths fly to a light bulb and next morning you find most of them dead Do they not feel heat?

Moth brains are very little and rather limited. They are wired to use a light source, like the moon, for navigation. In natural surroundings, this ensures they fly in a straight line and thus travel as far as possible in a night, which is good for spreading their genes. Other things guide them too, especially their sense of smell.

But in urban settings they confuse lamps with the moon and end up trying to fly straight, but are doing it in respect of a nearby fixed object. Which is a circle. So they circle and circle and get exhausted. And sometimes the heat kills them.

But they are deeply stupid, and don't know what to do to escape this trap.

What is a mother butterfly called?

A mother chicken is a HEN Also Known as a broody hen/hen with a brood.

How long do birdwing butterfly live for?

The ultimate must be "over winter" lest the species perish. But the question then becomes 'what constitutes "winter"?', how cold and how long? My daughter brought in several of these species' caterpillars last fall (September, October) and we just had a hatching bloom in February. So at coolish room temperatures (60sF) they seem to have a built-in, end-of-season minimum cocoon-span of 6 months. Outdoors in prevailing winter temperatures they stay cocooned long enough to assure they are past (hard) freezing temperatures before hatching, since, as cold-blooded insects, they can die if they can't protect themselves from temperatures a few degrees below freezing. In warm summer temperatures the cocoon-span would be much shorter; they sense it is not end-of-season and they need to get a few generations of butterflies hatched during each summer season to reproduce the species. (I do not know the average summer minimum cocoon-span time, that would take an entomologist to .)

For a start Butterflies make chrysalis, moths make cocoons. There are major differences between the two and they should not be confused.

As for the timespan spent in the chrysalis, that is a little hard to . Pupation normally lasts for 10 to 15 days, but it really depends on the time that the stage starts. If the caterpillar starts to pupate in late autumn to early winter, then they will stay in this state until the weather become warmer, which can take a few months. Whereas, if pupation starts in spring or summer, they will only stay in the chrysalis for the normally 10 to 15 days.

Are butterfly garbage insects?

No, butterflies are not considered garbage insects. They are pollinators and play a vital role in the ecosystem by helping with plant reproduction. They are also admired for their beauty and are often seen as symbols of transformation and growth.

The role of a butterfly in nature?

helps in pollination

caterpillars control plant growth for farmers

lifespan is an indiactor to scientists about the current health of the ecosystem they inhabit.

provides food source for insects, birds, spiders, reptiles, mammals amphibians

ants eat butterfly eggs

Why do moths kill themselves?

Moths are attracted to artificial lights because they use the moon to navigate, so they become disoriented and exhausted when they get closer to a bright light source. This can lead them to collide with the light source, which may result in injury or death.

Will butterfly wings heal?

If you tear them off?

No they will not.

If the wings are broken, there is a chance you can help the butterfly. If the tip of a wing is torn off or broken, you can line up the wings and cut the other one to make them even. The symmetry of the wings is imperative for flight. You can also get another butterfly wing and glue the part on. There is an awesome youtube video on it...

Live Monarch Foundation - How to fix a broken butterfly wing

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah0SBALIc0o

What is the pupa of moth or butterfly called?

"Pupa" might be the answer you are looking for.

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What do comet moths eat?

Comet moths do not eat as adults as they lack functioning mouthparts. In their caterpillar stage, they primarily feed on the leaves of the host plant, particularly the almond tree. After they undergo metamorphosis into a moth, their sole purpose is to mate and reproduce during their short adult lifespan.

How does an Io Moth scare away birds?

An Io Moth can scare away birds by flashing its bright eye spots located on its hindwings when threatened. The sudden appearance of these eye spots can startle or confuse predators, giving the moth a chance to escape.

Do Butterflies wee?

Yes, they do, like virtually any living being on this very earth does urinate. That is why, for example, aquariums have filters -- it would soon become a bloody mess without it! yes fish do wee otherwise they would just get fatter and fatter from the rspca

How long do the peppered moths live?

Peppered moths typically live for around 1 year as adults. They go through a life cycle that includes an egg stage, larva stage, pupa stage, and adult stage. During their adult stage, they focus on finding a mate and reproducing before they reach the end of their lifespan.

What do cabbage white butterflies eat?

Cabbage white butterflies primarily feed on nectar from various flowering plants. In their caterpillar stage, they feed on brassica plants, including cabbage, broccoli, and kale, which gives them their common name.

What do you need to do to have butterflies come to your butterfly house?

Sadly, butterflies do not go to butterfly houses. Butterfly houses are beautiful and a great garden decoration. In warm areas of the world, butterfly houses hold lizards, wasps, spiders, and other creatures that eat butterflies. A few species of butterflies will hide in between cracks of wood in the winter. It is very unlikely that any butterflies would go inside a butterfly house to spend the winter.

How many eye's does a butterfly have?

Butterflies have two compound eyes, each made up of thousands of tiny lenses called facets. This compound eye structure allows butterflies to see a wide range of colors, patterns, and movements.

What is the movement of a butterfly?

Butterflies move by fluttering their wings in a graceful and rhythmic manner. They rely on the air currents to carry them from one place to another, using their wings to steer and change direction as needed. Butterflies are known for their delicate and elegant flight patterns.

Is the gaudy commodore butterfly always orange?

No, it is seasonally dimorphic. In the dry season, it has the orange colouration you describe. The wet season form has blue wings with some small orange spots close to the trailing edge of the wings.

What kind of tree do butterflies like to eat?

Butterflies do not eat trees. Instead, they feed on nectar from flowers, juice from fruits, and other liquid substances like water and tree sap. Some butterfly species also feed on pollen and minerals.