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Caterpillars
Caterpillars are the larval form of butterflies and moths and eat leaves voraciously.
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Why baby caterpillars live without their mother to depend on?
Some animals, such as sea turtles and caterpillars, are born being able to fend for themselves. Through instinct, the caterpillar knows what to eat and what not to eat, and cameoflauge usually takes care of predators. Also, many species of butterfly migrate, such as the monarch. Caterpillars can't fly, so the mother would have to carry it with her if she took care of it. That task would prove to be very difficult. Caterpillars are capable of living on their own, and this lifestyle saves the mother a lot of trouble. For this reason, caterpillars raise themselves.
What do Minnesota caterpillars look like?
Northern minnesota caterpillars can vary. Some are fuzzy, black and yellow as a bee. Some can look alll green as grass.
Why are caterpillars cosidered living things?
Caterpillars are considered living things because they have cells, they reproduce, and they perform life functions.
What would cause a no start condition with a caterpillar 3406-e engine?
Engine speed sensor faulty.
Dead battery or batteries.
Loose or dirty battery connection.
Dead spot on starter.
What is happening within the caterpillar once it is secured in the silk pad is described by as a?
cryssalis
Can caterpillars die of heat stroke?
yes , because the poison on some caterpillars fur and that can over heat make the Caterpillar die or roast
No, a caterpillar is an Arthropod. There are over a million types of anthropoids on earth. Here are three things all arthropods have
1. Chitonous
2. Exoskeleton segmented body
3. Jointed appendages
How many miles can you get out of a 500 caterpillar engine?
Depends. Lot of it is proper maintenance. If you use API-CJ4 oil (since the ULSD in current use doesn't have the lubricity of low sulphur diesel), 1,000,000 miles + out of it before a major in-frame isn't a stretch, especially with anything up to the 6NZ (the MBN, Bridge Cats, and ACERTs were junk, though).
Why are caterpillars good for the environment?
Lepidoptera (the insect order comprising butterflies and moths) larvae are mostly herbivorous, with some species being insectivorous. Lots of animals eat the caterpillars because they are rich in protein, but some caterpillars have a chemical that is being investigated for potential medical applications. This chemical, contained in "urticating hairs", ranges in effect from mild irritation to dermatitis. Any predator that attempts to eat a caterpillar with an aggressive defence mechanism will learn and avoid future attempts.
Some caterpillars regurgitate acidic digestive juices at attacking enemies. Many papilionid larvae produce bad smells from extrudable glands called osmeteria.
Some caterpillars obtain protection for themselves by associating with ants.
The Lycaenid butterflies are particularly well known for this, communicating with their ant protectors by vibrations as well as chemical means. They actually provide the ants with food rewards.
Some caterpillars are gregarious; large aggregations are believed to help in reducing the levels of parasitization and predation.
Most caterpillars are solely herbivorous, but the Hawaiian caterpillars (Hyposmocoma molluscivora) use silk traps to capture snails. The silk industry is based on the silkworm caterpillar.
Are hairy caterpillars mammals?
Well, hello there! Hairy caterpillars may look fuzzy like mammals, but they are not mammals. Caterpillars are actually insects, part of the fascinating world of bugs and butterflies. Each creature plays a special role in our beautiful world, just like you do. Keep exploring and learning, my friend!
When do silkworms stop spinning their cocoon?
A silkworm will stop spinning ts cocoon once it has wrapped itself completely in the cocoon.
How many head capsules does a caterpillar have?
They have just one head capsule. Just in that one head capsule it can contain up to 248 different muscles.
Will caterpillars continue making a cocoon after it is bothered?
Sometimes the interrupted caterpillar will go to a different spot from it's first and continue its business. Other times it might be afraid to make one since it was interrupted the first time. If this is what it does, I suggest leaving the caterpillar alone for a while. If the caterpillar does not make a new cocoon it probably won't succeed in turning into a butterfly. It may die.
Are the black and yellow caterpillar dangerous?
Yes they are poisonous because of their fuzzy hair. That fuzzy hair protects them from their enemies.
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Can Pale tussock moths cause a rash?
A Pale Tussock Moth caterpillar crawled onto my neck about 40 minutes ago as I was picking apples: now there is a faint red itchy rash on my neck and a matching rash on one forearm where - I think - it fell when I shook it off. I caught it and kept it long enough to be certain what it was. I washed my hands, so they aren't itching.
The websites tell me it eats oak, birch and lime leaves but all the trees in my garden are apples.
What does the Luna moth caterpillar look like?
The Luna Moth has green wings, red boarders around the green on the wings(sometimes black or brown to, depending on the gender), the wings are large, the feathery antennae are brown (or black or gray), its body is yellow (or brown or gray), its six legs are red(or black or gray or brown), its "tounge" color depends on the leg color.
Once they are at the pupae stage, the damage has been done. After one to eight weeks, they'll turn into moths. It's the caterpillars that do the damage.
