Lifecycle of the Cabbage White Butterfly

The video explains the life cycle of the cabbage white butterfly, focusing on the larvae stage. Initially, larvae consume their eggshells for nutrients and protection. As they grow, they change color to blend with their environment, molting four times to accommodate their increasing size. The larvae face threats from predators like parasitic wasps. After about 15 days, they stop eating and form a chrysalis, which can be green or brown depending on the surroundings. After 7 to 10 days, the chrysalis becomes transparent, and the butterfly emerges. The butterfly's wings are initially crumpled and wet, but they dry and flatten over time, allowing it to fly.

Why does the cabbage white butterfly caterpillar eat its eggshell?

• To attract other caterpillars

• To mark its territory

• To practice its chewing skills

• To gain nutrients and remove traces of its birth

What is the primary reason for the caterpillar's color change to green?

• To signal maturity

• To indicate hunger

• To blend in with the leaves and avoid predators

• To attract mates

What is a major threat to the cabbage white butterfly caterpillar during its growth?

• Lack of food

• Parasitic wasps laying eggs inside it

• Extreme weather conditions

• Competition from other caterpillars

How does the caterpillar prepare for pupation?

• By securing itself with silk and molting

• By spinning a cocoon

• By finding a mate

• By digging a hole in the ground

What happens to the butterfly's wings after it emerges from the pupa?

• They change color to match the environment

• They need to dry and become vibrant before flying

• They fall off and regrow

• They are immediately ready for flight