Apollo Quiz

How many wings does the Apollo butterfly have? And how many eggs can one female lay?

2, 500

4, 50

4, 300

2, 400

How do butterfly eggs survive the winter? And who can move faster?

Eggs are laid in spring and not in winter, The Apollo flying adult

A chitinous layer protects the egg, The Apollo caterpillar

Caterpillars grow fast in the egg to generate warmth, The Apollo caterpillar

The eggs are airtight, The Apollo flying adult

What causes the decline of Apollo butterfly numbers?

What kind of plants are most important for the Apollo butterflies' survival? And why is it important to protect the Apollo butterfly?

Sedum and nectariferous plants, the Apollo butterfly acts as an umbrella species

Small bushes, four-winged butterflies have unique pollination skills

Grasses, four-winged butterflies have unique pollination skills

Pine trees, Apollo butterflies are a beautiful addition to the landscape

What can YOU do for the Apollo butterfly? (multiple correct answers)

Not use glyphosate-containing herbicides

Catch Apollo butterflies for display

Share awareness about the importance of habitat preservation

Take the impact on nature into consideration when making lifestyle choices

Nothing

Participate in citizen science

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