Remarkable Types of Caterpillars and What They Become

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Spicebush Swallowtail Butterfly Caterpillar

Stunning caterpillars mimic snakes and frogs, with false eyespots for defense. They transform into black butterflies with blue patches.

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Hickory Horned Devil (Regal Moth) Caterpillar

Menacing hickory horned devil caterpillar transforms into a gentle giant moth. Impressive in size and color.

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Monarch Butterfly Caterpillar

Striking monarch butterflies undergo incredible transformation, migrating across continents. Milkweed is crucial for their survival.

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Beware the venomous puss caterpillar! Its furry exterior hides toxic spines that cause excruciating pain.

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Puss (Southern Flannel Moth) Caterpillar

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Zebra Longwing Butterfly Caterpillar

Zebra longwing caterpillars feed on passion flower leaves, becoming toxic and transforming into striking butterflies with black and yellow stripes.

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Saddleback Caterpillar Moth

Beware the sting of the neon green saddleback caterpillar with its poisonous spines. As an adult moth, it poses no harm.

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Owl Butterfly Caterpillar

Rainforest caterpillars transform into giant butterflies, boasting impressive features like horns and owl-like eyes for defense and feeding on fruit.

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Cecropia Moth Caterpillar

Plump green cecropia caterpillars grow into impressive moths with colorful markings, making them one of North America's largest and most stunning species.

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Cairns Birdwing Butterfly Caterpillar

Colorful Cairns birdwing caterpillars store toxins in spines as defense. The largest butterflies in Australia, males are vibrant and multicolored.

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Hag Moth (Monkey Slug) Caterpillar

Hag moth caterpillar, or monkey slug caterpillar, resembles a hairy spider. It stings and transforms into a harmless hag moth.

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