I WONDER - How Much Do Caterpillars Eat?

Caterpillars have a strong appetite and primarily consume the leaves of their host plants using their powerful jaws. As they transform into butterflies, their diet shifts to nectar, which they access using a specialized tube called a proboscis. This adaptation allows them to reach deep into flowers to obtain the energy-rich nectar.

What do caterpillars primarily eat?

How do caterpillars break down plant material?

What do adult butterflies feed on?

What is the name of the tube that butterflies use to access nectar?

Why is nectar important for butterflies?