Butterfly

[Stechow at ix.netcom.com]

Does anyone know the origin of the term butterfly, or how they got the name?
Is it folklore or is there some significant trait that determined the name?

I would appreciate any information and source if possible

Thanks in advance

Stechow at ix.netcom.com

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