It's a common childhood experience; spotting a caterpillar and wondering what majestic moth or butterfly it will become. Yet, beneath their often bright or fuzzy exteriors, some species carry a ...

Caterpillars look cute, like little fuzzy toys. But an up-close look at their “fur” will reveal that many species have spines ...

The flannel moth caterpillar appears soft and harmless, yet its fur hides a venomous sting. Scientists study it to understand ...