Butterfly Care, Release and Delivery Instructions:
(These instructions will be included with the order along with a complimentary copy of the Butterfly Indian Legend)

On Day of Delivery:
Cut open the cardboard shipping box. You will immediately see a standard envelope with "Care and Release Instructions" printed on it. Next, remove the Styrofoam lid and discard. Place the cardboard box with the remaining contents in a cool/dark area (such as a closet or basement). A comfortable room temperature will be sufficient. It is not necessary to remove the contents from the shipping container/cardboard box. It is also not necessary to refrigerate the butterflies.

On Day of Release:
Butterflies should always be released during the daytime with at least 1 hours remaining before sunset. Butterflies do not fly at night, and if they are released too late during the day, they may fly sluggishly or may not fly at all. First, remove your Mass Release Box or Individual Release Containers from the shipping carton.

• On a cool day (65-79 degrees), leave your packaged butterflies outside in a shaded area for 1-2  hours. After they warm up, they are ready to be released. Do not leave them in direct sunlight!
• On a warm day (80-90 degrees), leave your packaged butterflies outside in a shaded area for 30 minutes to warm up. After they warm up, they are ready to be released. Do not leave them in direct sunlight!
• On a hot day (90+ degrees), leave your packaged butterflies outside in a shaded area for 15-20 minutes to warm up. After they warm up, they are ready to be released. Do not leave them in direct sunlight!

These instructions should be followed for both Mass and Individual Releases.

Extra tips:

• Never place butterflies in direct sunlight
• If transporting in a car, please keep the butterflies in the air conditioned cab of the car
• Do not leave the butterflies in an un-air conditioned vehicle
• Never put the butterflies in the freezer