Comparing Butterflies and Moths

We have identified the life cycle of a butterfly, and named the parts of both caterpillars and butterflies in our Life Cycle of the Butterfly Science unit. Now, let’s find out some more information.

Do you think butterflies are the same as moths? They do look similar!

The Butterfly Farmer will give you some information about butterflies and moths.

Go to http://www.butterflyfarm.co.cr/ed/index.htm .

First, click on students’ guide to butterflies. Next, click on Module 7: Differences between Moths and Butterflies.

Carefully read about butterflies and moths.

Now that you have read, open the comparison chart.

Copy and paste the chart into word.

Print it so that you can identify how butterflies and moths are alike and different.