Lonely Caterpillar Stock Photo

A caterpillar is the larval stage of a butterfly or moth, characterized by a segmented body with three pairs of true legs and additional prolegs. These voracious feeders play a crucial role in the life cycle of butterflies, undergoing metamorphosis to transform into a pupa before emerging as a fully developed adult insect. Caterpillars come in various colors and patterns, adapted to their environments, and display fascinating behaviors as they navigate their surroundings in search of food and shelter.