How to Hold a ****erfly
Getting the chance to hold a ****erfly is a truly magical occurrence. They are shy creatures, so you should consider yourself lucky if you get one to stay on your hand. Finding and catching one may be tricky, but a fun experience overall. Handling ****erflies to look at them closely, in all their beauty, requires a gentle and caring approach.
EditSteps
EditFinding a ****erfly
- Search in the summer during the daytime. ****erflies tend to be more active when it is sunny, and summertime is ****erfly season (between May-August). So when you’re looking for ****erflies, go in the morning or early evening when it’s not too hot.[IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/cd/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-1-Version-2.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-1-Version-2.jpg[/IMG]
- In the morning or early evening, ****erflies will sit with their wings spread out to absorb the sunlight. Once they are warmed up, the ****erflies will start to fly around and find food.[1]
- Keep in mind, ****erflies won’t fly if the temperature is less than 60 degrees.[2]
- Go to an area with bright-colored flowers and fruit. ****erflies have a sweet tooth. You will find them in places where there are an abundance of flowers, as they use them for their nectar. Regular spots to find lots of flowers include botanical gardens, parks, meadows, and ****erfly groves.[IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/3/36/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-2-Version-2.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-2-Version-2.jpg[/IMG]
- Search in an area with bright colors. ****erflies tend to be seen around red, yellow, orange, pink, and purple blossoms.
- Look for the following plants that various species of ****erfly tend to enjoy: daylily, marigold, oregano, lavender, goldenrod, sage, fennel, and others.[3]
- ****erflies also enjoy fruits, so you can find them by citrus trees or blackberry plants.[4]
- Visit your local zoo. You may not be able to find any ****erflies due to the area you live in or the weather. Luckily, many zoos have ****erfly exhibits where visitors can get a close-up view of various ****erfly species.[IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/1/11/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-3-Version-2.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-3-Version-2.jpg[/IMG]
- Always follow the rules and guidelines at the exhibit. Although you may not be permitted to touch the ****erflies at the zoo, there is a chance that one lands on you so you can observe them up close and personal.
EditCatching a ****erfly With a Net
- Obtain a net to catch a ****erfly. You can purchase a net or make one using a wooden handle, a wire hanger, duct tape, and netting. The net should be at least 24 inches (2 feet) deep, allowing you to trap the ****erfly in the deep end of the net.[IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/5/59/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-4-Version-2.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-4-Version-2.jpg[/IMG]
- Avoid purchasing a cheap “children’s” ****erfly net. The shallow netting may harm the ****erflies.[5]
- Research the laws in your area regarding ****erfly hunting. In some cities, you may need a permit to carry a net. You can find this information by doing a quick Google search of "****erfly net laws" along with the name of your city and state.[6]
- Slowly approach the ****erfly from behind. ****erflies can be skittish and will scare easily, so it’s best to approach one from behind where they won’t see you. For best results, sneak up on one that is resting on a flower. It will be harder to catch one while it is in mid-flight.[7][IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/d/d1/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-5-Version-2.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-5-Version-2.jpg[/IMG]
- Catch the ****erfly in the bottom of the net. To catch the ****erfly, do a quick scoop to surround the ****erfly with the net. Move your net so that the ****erfly is at the deep end of the net, not toward the top rim.[IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/3/30/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-6.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-6.jpg[/IMG]
- Flip the net over the handle. Once the ****erfly is in the deep end of the net, flip the netting over the handle so there are no open holes. This will prevent the ****erfly from escaping back through the hoop.[8][IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/7/74/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-7.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-7.jpg[/IMG]
- Get the ****erfly out of the net with both hands. Now it’s time to get the ****erfly out of the net without it flying away. Do this very gently, as to not damage the insect’s body, legs, or wings.[IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/7/79/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-8.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-8.jpg[/IMG]
- Carefully flatten the net bag so that the wings of the ****erfly are closed over its back. From the outside of the net, use your thumb and forefinger to hold the top part of the wings.
- With your other hand, use your thumb and forefinger to firmly grasp all four wings, then carefully remove it from the net.[9]
- Try holding the ****erfly upside down; that will calm it down.[10]
EditHandling a ****erfly
- Wash and dry your hands. Although ****erflies are very resilient creatures, chemical contact with their scales, wings, and bodies should be avoided. Whether you catch your ****erfly with a net or are lucky enough to have one land on you independently, you need to make sure your hands are clean and dry before touching it. So if you put on any sunscreen or bug spray before you went off to catch your ****erfly, wash your hands to get that residue off before touching them.[11][IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/1/1a/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-9.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-9.jpg[/IMG]
- Use sugar water to attract the ****erfly to your hand. You may be able to get a ****erfly to land on you without trapping it in a net by making ****erfly nectar, which is a sugar and water mixture. You can make ****erfly nectar by boiling a solution of 4 parts water and 1 part sugar. While observing ****erflies near flowers or plants, put a little bit of the sugar water on your hand. They are attracted to the mixture and may fly to your hand to feed.[12][IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/d/d0/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-10.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-10.jpg[/IMG]
- Remain very still. ****erflies are very skittish and will scare easily. If you want one to land on your hand and stay there for a while, you need to be still and avoid any sudden movements.[IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/9/9c/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-11.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-11.jpg[/IMG]
- If you put sugar water in your hand, ****erflies will usually feed for 30 seconds to a minute before flying away again.[13]
- Be careful when handling. While the ****erfly is sitting on your hand (or wherever it decided to land), avoid petting it. Just try to observe its beauty without touching.[IMG]https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/9/91/Hold-a-****erfly-Step-12.jpg/aid1405539-v4-728px-Hold-a-****erfly-Step-12.jpg[/IMG]
- ****erfly’s wings are covered in tiny scales. These scales give them their wing patterns, and make them more aerodynamic when flying. When you touch their wings, they lose scales. If they lose these scales, they can still fly. However, depending on the number of scales lost, it may make them less aerodynamic and can affect their flight pattern slightly.[14]
EditTips
- Try to catch larger ****erflies, as they are easier to hold.
EditWarnings
- Be very gentle when handling the ****erfly. You do not want to accidentally pull off the ****erfly's legs or wings.
EditThings You'll Need
- Sugar water (****erfly nectar)
- ****erfly net
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