What hobby did Merian develop in her youth?
Sewing
Painting
Collecting insects
Jewelry making
Answer
In her youth, Merian developed a keen interest in collecting insects, particularly butterflies and moths. She meticulously observed and documented their life cycles, including their various stages of development from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly. Her passion for entomology led her to become a renowned naturalist and scientific illustrator, making significant contributions to the field of entomology.
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