How I Raise Caterpillars

Caterpillars have always been a interest for me. The past few years, I've been keeping caterpillars inside to observe them and play with them. Some caterpillars are poisonous and are not safe to touch. These caterpillars will have a bold label on top of their pages. Most caterpillars are pretty easy to raise. They are pretty friendly too. 
 
=== What I use ===
I use a small 1 gallon fish tank for my caterpillars. Its not too small, but not too big. I will however be getting a larger one for the 2020 generations. 
==== How you can raise them in a fish tank ====
# make sure is big enough. 1-3 gallons are probly the best. This allows them plenty of space, especially if you've got several. 
# Place leaves inside your cantaner for food. These leves should be from the caterpillars natural diet. 
# Ocassionally let your caterpillar out to walk around. 
# You should also take your caterpillar outside to get fresh air often. Caterpillars need moist, humid air that heating and AC can kill off. You can substitute this step by misting the tank. 
# Clean the tank every one to three days. 
# Get new leaves whenever they dry out. In fall this could be difficult, but lambsquaters, doesn't die off till late November or even December. This is the most favored leaves. If you cant find lambsquartes, they can also eat lettuce or spinach. {Funny fact- My caterpillars showed a liking for crackers and sugar cookies!!}
Category:Caterpillars
Category:Nature