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11 Cards in this Set
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What are the four stages of a butterflies life?
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egg, larva, pupa, adult
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What is the fastest flying insect?
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The Hawk moth.
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What does metamorphosis mean?
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To change.
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What do butterflies and moths both have?
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Head, thorax, abdomen, 6 legs, 2 antennae.
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What do butterflies and moths "eat"?
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nectar
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What category are butterflies and moths in?
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The insect category.
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What is the scientific name for the cocoon?
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chrysallis
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What is the pupa stage?
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The pupa stage is when the butterfly or moth is in it's cocoon.
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What is the larva called?
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caterpillar
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What are people who study butterflies called?
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Lepidoptrists
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How many species of butterflies and moths are found in North America?
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700
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