Most adult fireflies only live long enough to mate and lay eggs — about 2–4 weeks!
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A colony of 100 silkworms can eat up to 15–20 kg (33–44 lb) of mulberry leaves in just one day!
The pupal stage of a firefly lasts about 2–3 weeks, during which they transform into adults!
Most spiders live for about 1–2 years, but some tarantulas can live for more than 20 years!
The largest butterfly in the world is the Queen Alexandra’s Birdwing, with wings that can spread up to 12 inches (30 centimeters) wide — that’s as wide as a dinner plate!