{"product_id":"single-wooly-bear-caterpillar-pyrrharctia-isabella","title":"Single Wooly Bear Caterpillar (Pyrrharctia isabella)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet one of North America's most ICONIC caterpillars — the \u003cstrong\u003eWooly Bear (Pyrrharctia isabella)\u003c\/strong\u003e! With its iconic banded coat of black and rusty-brown bristles, this fuzzy little creature is a joy to observe and raise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach order includes \u003cstrong\u003eone live Wooly Bear caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e, carefully packed to arrive safe and healthy. Watch it munch, grow, and eventually transform into the beautiful Isabella Tiger Moth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem\u003ePyrrharctia isabella\u003c\/em\u003e (Isabella Tiger Moth \/ Wooly Bear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStage: Caterpillar (larva)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHost plants: Dandelion, plantain, clover, grasses, and many garden plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare level: Beginner-friendly — great for kids and first-time rearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult moth: Soft orange-yellow wings with black spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do Wooly Bears Eat?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooly Bears are generalist feeders, which makes them one of the easiest caterpillars to care for. They happily munch on a wide variety of common plants, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDandelion\u003c\/strong\u003e (a favorite and easy to find!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlantain\u003c\/strong\u003e (broadleaf or narrow-leaf)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrasses\u003c\/strong\u003e (many common lawn and meadow species)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsters, sunflowers, and other low-growing wildflowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaple and birch leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e (in smaller quantities)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh leaves are best — simply collect from pesticide-free areas and replace every 1–2 days. Keep their enclosure lightly misted for humidity and provide good ventilation. They are remarkably hardy and forgiving, making them ideal for first-time rearers and classroom settings. A small Tupperware with holes will work for housing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA perfect hands-on nature experience for classrooms, homeschoolers, and curious minds of all ages. Live arrival guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jmzbutterflyfarm ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47621942935810,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/3566\/8738\/files\/Image41.jpg?v=1775293265","url":"https:\/\/jmzbutterflyfarm.com\/products\/single-wooly-bear-caterpillar-pyrrharctia-isabella","provider":"Jmzbutterflyfarm ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}