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The Peacock butterfly is a stunning, colorful species found across Europe and temperate regions of Asia. Known for its distinctive eyespots on its wings and rich red base colour, the Peacock butterfly is a strong flier and is often seen in gardens, meadows, and woodlands, where it feeds on nectar from various flowers. Its caterpillars feed solely on nettles, and spend the first couple of weeks living in a large clump of caterpillars, among a silk web they construct to protect the colony. Mature caterpillars tend to live singularly. The butterfly's striking appearance and ease of care have made it a favorite subject for butterfly enthusiasts and hobbyits.
Difficulty - Very easy (1/10)
Host plants - Nettles
Temperature - Room temp. or outside
Lifecycle - 1-3 annual broods depending on local conditions
The Peacock butterfly is a stunning, colorful species found across Europe and temperate regions of Asia. Known for its distinctive eyespots on its wings and rich red base colour, the Peacock butterfly is a strong flier and is often seen in gardens, meadows, and woodlands, where it feeds on nectar from various flowers. Its caterpillars feed solely on nettles, and spend the first couple of weeks living in a large clump of caterpillars, among a silk web they construct to protect the colony. Mature caterpillars tend to live singularly. The butterfly's striking appearance and ease of care have made it a favorite subject for butterfly enthusiasts and hobbyits.
Difficulty - Very easy (1/10)
Host plants - Nettles
Temperature - Room temp. or outside
Lifecycle - 1-3 annual broods depending on local conditions
The Peacock butterfly is a stunning, colorful species found across Europe and temperate regions of Asia. Known for its distinctive eyespots on its wings and rich red base colour, the Peacock butterfly is a strong flier and is often seen in gardens, meadows, and woodlands, where it feeds on nectar from various flowers. Its caterpillars feed solely on nettles, and spend the first couple of weeks living in a large clump of caterpillars, among a silk web they construct to protect the colony. Mature caterpillars tend to live singularly. The butterfly's striking appearance and ease of care have made it a favorite subject for butterfly enthusiasts and hobbyits.
Difficulty - Very easy (1/10)
Host plants - Nettles
Temperature - Room temp. or outside
Lifecycle - 1-3 annual broods depending on local conditions