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What types of places would a butterfly land?

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Butterflies would mostly land on flowers. The nectar is the food for them.

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How do I warn the butterfly if my dog tries to eat it?

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Try to pick up the butterfly or shoo it away. You could also just put your dog inside or keep it out of reach of the butterfly.

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How can I get a butterfly to land and not fly away?

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Honestly, it takes practice to hand-catch a butterfly. If you don't want it to fly away, then you need to sneak up to it, very slowly and very quietly. Then, slowly lower your hand and pinch your thumb and forefinger at the top of a butterfly's wings.

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How do I catch butterflies in a box?

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Put rotting fruits in the box, when the butterfly gets in, close the box. Remember to keep about 30 cm away from the box.

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What do butterflies like to eat?

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Sweet fruits like slightly rotting banana.

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What kinds of flowers do butterflies like to land on?

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It depends on the species, you would have to do research for that. For example, monarch butterflies like milkweed.

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How do I catch a butterfly if it it flies close to the ground?

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Put some honey or nectar on your finger and slowly put your finger in front of it. Keep still and wait patiently.

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Will a butterfly die if we touch its wings?

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While touching a butterfly's wings may not kill it immediately, it could potentially speed up the fading of the colors on the butterfly's wings, wiping out patterns that are used to protect the butterfly from predators. Touching the butterfly's wings could potentially result in a shorter than expected life.

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Do butterflies like raspberries or blueberries?

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Butterflies are attracted to many types of fruit, including raspberries and blueberries, due to the sugars in the fruit. They generally prefer overripe or fermenting fruit, but fresh raspberries or blueberries can also attract them. You may mash the fruit slightly to make it easier for butterflies to feed. Additionally, providing a shallow dish with water or sugar water can also attract butterflies, as they enjoy sipping from various sources of nectar and sweetness.

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What should I do if I rub a leaf on my hands and the butterflies fly away?

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It's likely that the motion startled them, as they are sensitive to sudden movements. To attract them back, try moving more slowly and gently. You can also offer them overripe fruit, such as banana or citrus, or a shallow dish with sugar water nearby. This will attract butterflies without startling them. If you want them to stay, avoid quick or jerky motions, and let the butterflies approach you at their own pace.

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