6. Wings A butterfly has four wings, 2 forewings (front) and 2 hindwings (back). A butterfly’s wings allow them to fly.
7. Antennae A butterfly has 2 antennae. A butterfly’s antennae help them feel, smell, and taste.
8. Head A butterfly’s head has a brain, 2 eyes, and a proboscis. The proboscis is a straw-like tongue. The butterfly can sip liquids through his proboscis.
9. Thorax A butterfly’s thorax is where his legs and wings attach to his body. The thorax has the muscles that makes the butterfly’s legs and wings work.
12. A butterfly’s body is equal, or the same on both sides. When an object or figure that has two sides that are the same, it’s called symmetry. Let’s learn more about symmetry!