Ever wondered how butterflies eat? That “straw” isn’t just for sipping, it’s called a proboscis, a rolled-up tongue that lets butterflies drink nectar, fruit juice, tree sap, and even minerals from puddles! Different species drink differently, but they each play a vital role as pollinators too, helping plants grow and ecosystems thrive. Visit Butterfly Pavilion today to see this fascinating behavior up close, and the unique ways we provide nourishment for these butterflies! Get tickets at butter
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Happy #WildlifeWednesday!🦋 Ever wonder how butterflies eat without teeth or jaws? Instead of chewing, butterflies use a long, flexible mouthpart called a proboscis! This structure works like a straw, coiling up when not in use and unfurling to sip up liquids. The proboscis is made of two interlocking tubes that form a channel for drawing up nectar, fruit juices, or even water and minerals from damp soil. In this video, you can see two butterflies extending their proboscises to feed on pineapple
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