What are the common types of caterpillars?

Caterpillars are bristly-covered larvae that are the larval stage of moths or butterflies. Caterpillars are widely found in different regions and habitats, and there are many types of caterpillars. The following are some common types of caterpillars:

1. Bollworm larvae (scientific name: Helicoverpa armigera):

Cotton bollworm larvae are extremely destructive pests that mainly harm cotton, corn, vegetables and other plants. They are mainly distributed in Asia, Africa, Europe and other regions. Its body is mainly yellow and covered with long hair.

2. White butterfly larvae (scientific name: Pieris rapae):

White butterfly larvae are common butterfly larvae that feed on green leaves and mainly harm cruciferous plants, such as cabbage, mustard, etc. The larval body is light green and covered with fine hairs.

3. Corn borer larvae (scientific name: Ostrinia nubilalis):

Corn borer larvae is a pest that seriously harms corn. It is widely distributed and mainly feeds on corn and other grass plants. Its body color is milky white and its body is covered with long dark brown hair.

4. Pine caterpillar larvae (scientific name: Lymantria dispar):

Pine caterpillar larvae are a common tree pest that mainly harm pine, cypress, oak and other trees. The larvae are mainly gray-black in color, with obvious black and red spots, and dense hair on the back and sides.

5. Eupterote testacea (scientific name: Eupterote testacea): Eupterote is a caterpillar distributed in Asia, mainly grown on mulberry, It feeds on locust trees, etc. and is also considered a pest of silkworms. Its body has thick hair and is dark green or light green in color.

These caterpillars cause serious damage to plants, trees and crops and appropriate control measures are required to reduce their damage. Because some caterpillars have toxic bristles, contact with them may cause skin allergies and other uncomfortable reactions, so you need to be careful when handling them.

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