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Andrew
Keymaster

Most butterflies have a straw like tongue with which they suck nectar from flowers. Only a few butterflies never visit flowers instead they get their sustenance from tree sap and some other organic matter.

See article “How to Have Your Own Butterfly Garden”” for more information on caring for butterflies.”