Caterpillar insect

I finally found Monarch caterpillars on the milkweed yesterday - but just 4. Today I can only find 2. It's been a pitiful season for Monarchs down here. I only saw one female come through a couple of weeks ago and may not see any more. This guy is almost fully grown. He'll turn to chrysalis right here in my yard and a Monarch will emerge by October - and will fly to Mexico to spend the winter. He is the 4th generation that will live 9 months to return to the States in the Spring. My 15…

Colorful caterpillar found this week in the atlantic forest (southeastern Brazil) - I'm still clueless about it's identification, it's been many months since I saw one with such striking colors.

🌱 Ever marveled at the magic of change? Well, you're about to witness a spectacle like no other! 🐛 Picture this: a tiny caterpillar, seemingly insignificant, undeterred by its minuscule size, is about to embark on the journey of a lifetime. 🦋 In a miraculous transformation, the caterpillar morphs into a magnificent butterfly. 💫 It’s nature’s way of showing that change can be beautiful, and that every single one of us has the potential to transform into something astonishing. 🌟 So…

Striking captures of unique caterpillars by Igor Siwanowicz. “His many images of unique caterpillars include wild variations like feathery blue spikes, curling burnt-orange horns, and…

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Milkweed has shown up in one of my flowerbeds that i use for cut flowers. Two weeks ago, i was pulling out the milkweeds when i spotted 3 on...