Insects Planet
Those who have spent plenty of time in the garden know that caterpillars are a common sight in the summer months. These little creatures are usually found munching away on leaves, seemingly unstoppable in their quest for food. However, why is it that caterpillars are always spotted on a hot sunny day? is it coincidence…
Caterpillars are one of the most recognizable insects in the world, with their soft bodies and numerous, spiky legs it’s no wonder people have such a fascination with caterpillars. They can be found in a variety of different environments, typically areas that have plenty of plants, trees, and grass. However, caterpillars are also known for…
Caterpillars are actually quite choosy eaters, and while they will munch on a wide variety of plants, some prefer to dine on those that are part of the mustard family. This includes cabbage, broccoli, and yes, lettuce! In fact, it’s not uncommon for caterpillars to be found happily munching away on a head of lettuce…
Most people know that caterpillars eat a lot, but did you know that a caterpillar can eat up to 12 times its own body weight in a single day? That’s a lot of food! Most of the time, caterpillars will only eat one type of plant. For example, the monarch butterfly caterpillar will only eat…
Caterpillars are often associated with eating leaves, but what about grass? Well, as It turns out, caterpillars are very picky eaters and will usually eat specific plants. However, there are some caterpillars that will eat grass, such as the fall armyworm caterpillar. The fall armyworm caterpillar is from the (Noctuidae) family and is the larvae…
If you’ve ever seen a swallowtail caterpillar, you know that they are some of the most beautiful, and strangest-looking, insects in the world. But, can such a beautiful creature be poisonous? Yes! Swallowtail caterpillars are very poisonous! this is because they consume large amounts of “aristolochic acids” directly from Aristolochia plants commonly known as the woolly Dutchman’s-pipe.…
Have you ever wondered if caterpillars had teeth? after all, these little insects spend most of their time munching on leaves, so it stands to reason that they must have some kind of mouth apparatus for doing so right! Yes, caterpillars do have teeth in a traditional sense! In fact, they have a series of…
The stick insect “Phasmatodea” is one of the most bizarre and interesting creatures on the planet. With their long, spindly legs and strange, angular bodies, they seem to be more alien than an insect. However, despite their otherworldly appearance, are they actually poisonous? When most people think of poisonous insects, they probably think of things…
