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Have you ever seen an insect fluttering about, and wondered was that a butterfly, or was that a moth? Butterflies and moths have a lot in common, but they also have some defining characteristics that will help you tell them apart. Let’s start with some of the similarities. Both butterflies and moths are part of the Lepidoptera order. Lepidoptera means “scale winged” which they were named because of the powdery scales on their wings. Both insects’ lifecycles start as eggs that hatch into hungry caterpillars; the caterpillars will then enter the pupa stage and emerge as adults. Adults eat flower nectar, fruit juice, and mineral-filled standing water. Both Butterflies and Moths
Now here are some of the differences...
Now when you see an insect fluttering about you'll be able to easily identify whether it is a butterfly or moth! Enjoy these warm summer days and the insects that share them with us!
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