The entire family is thrilled to watch the wonderful transformation of these fascinating creatures. We are pleased that you too may have the opportunity to take part in the exciting release of butterflies. Butterflies are insects. The three most salient features of the head are the antennae, the eyes and the proboscis. The antennae are used for balance in flight and olfactory sensation.
Butterflies possess fragile wings.
The wings can wear easily through normal use. They can also be badly damaged by predators which when attacking the butterfly grab only the wings rather than the body. Despite the loss of even the majority of their wing surface area, a butterfly will continue to be able to fly and navigate. They can do this because of the sense of balance afforded them by their antennae. The antennae are also useful for smell.