If you’ve ever seen an ant dragging a chunk of food larger than itself, you may have wondered about the eating habits of these tiny, industrious insects. What do ants eat and drink? How do they find their food? How long can they go without eating? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll explore all of … Read more
If you’ve ever left the sugar jar open in spring, chances are you had an army of tiny sugar ants invading your kitchen. Or perhaps you accidentally sat on an anthill once and were left with a bunch of itchy bites. It’s true that ants can be extremely irritating, but have you ever wondered what … Read more
Many different animals eat insects, and monarch butterflies are not entirely immune from being turned into a bird or spider’s next meal. But they aren’t entirely defenseless either–they have ways of protecting themselves. So, how does a monarch butterfly defend itself from predators? What kinds of predators does it face? Keep reading! In this article, … Read more
You may know that monarch butterflies are famous for their yearly migrations to and from their overwintering grounds in Mexico and California. Considering that these butterflies have to travel far to reach these grounds, you may be wondering how fast they have to fly to get there before winter. How far can a monarch butterfly … Read more
Have you ever wanted to pick up a butterfly? Maybe you’d like to, but you’re afraid of hurting it. The good news is, there are ways of handling butterflies and caterpillars without causing damage to the fragile insects. In this article, we’ll talk about how to hold a monarch butterfly, as well as a few … Read more
No one is completely immune to the effects of a changing climate, but some species are more highly affected than others. Perhaps you’ve heard that the populations of monarch butterflies are declining and you want to know more. How is the monarch butterfly affected by climate change? What other factors have contributed to its declining … Read more
Monarchs and milkweed–they’re as inseparable as bread and butter, soap and water, pen and paper. So, just what is the relationship between monarch butterflies and milkweed? Do monarchs eat any other plants besides milkweed? What other types of flowers can you plant to attract them to your yard? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer … Read more
Different types of butterflies lay different numbers of eggs; the number can depend on the butterfly’s size and lifespan, among other environmental factors. Today, you’re wondering, how many eggs does a Karner blue butterfly lay? What time of year does this butterfly lay its eggs? What is the Karner blue’s life cycle? Keep reading to … Read more
You may have heard that Karner blue butterflies are picky; but what does that mean exactly? What do Karner blue butterflies eat? Do the adult butterflies have a different diet than their larvae? Are they really as picky as some people suggest? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll explore everything you ever wanted to know … Read more
You’ve been learning about the endangered Karner blue butterfly, and you want to know more. Where does this small blue creature live? What biome does the Karner blue butterfly live in? How has it adapted to its environment? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all of these questions. Where Does the Karner Blue Butterfly … Read more
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