Insect Information : How Long Does a Cocoon Last?

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Channel: ehow · 2009 · Entertainment

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A cocoon can last between seven days and four months, depending on the conditions, temperatures and species of butterfly or moth. Find out how cocoons that have multiple generations through the year can go through the pupa state in a couple of weeks with information from an entomologist and insect specialist in this free video on cocoons.

Expert: Mike Quinn
Bio: Mike Quinn has a Master of Science degree in entomology from Texas A&M University.
Filmmaker: Todd Green

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