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Butterfly Identification

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Butterfly Research

Butterfly Research

Entomologists often create illustrations of the insects they are studying. Research one of the butterfly species shown. Create a life-size illustration of the species and show any lines of symmetry. Then construct a dilation that shows how the species would look under a magnifying glass. State the magnification level that you used. Finally, give information about how to identify the species, its habitat, and its diet.


photograph of a butterfly resting on a tree branch

Did You Know?

  • A butterfly's lifecycle is made up of four parts: egg, larva (caterpillars), pupa (chrysalis) and adult.
  • Butterflies can live in the adult stage for anywhere between a week and a year, depending on the species.
  • Most butterflies feed on nectar from flowers.
  • Butterflies have taste receptors on their feet.

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