03/19/2026
The wait is finally over! We are so excited to announce that our first Painted Lady butterfly has officially emerged from its chrysalis. Watching this transformation from tiny, hungry caterpillar to this winged beauty has been such an incredible journey.
There is something so rewarding about witnessing the "quiet" part of the process—the patience it takes for them to change inside those cocoons—and seeing it all pay off. We still have a few more friends waiting to make their debut, so stay tuned for more updates!
Fun Fact for the Kids:
Did you know that when a butterfly first comes out, its wings are soft and crumpled? They have to pump fluid into them to get them ready for their very first flight!