Photograph of an Attacus atlas caterpillar depicting the differences between the thoracic legs, which are uniramous (have one branch) and end in a single claw, and the prolegs, which are fleshy ...

This is a nearly fully grown caterpillar of the lobster moth (Stauropus fagi) in a defensive pose. These caterpillars have an unusual, crustacean-like appearance, with segmented thoracic legs, the ...

For example, the eyespots of the elephant hawkmoth caterpillar are thought to make it look like a more intimidating animal. Like other insects, caterpillars have six proper legs. They are attached to ...

This is the caterpillar of a Hearsey’s owl moth (Brahmaea hearseyi) as it rears up to make itself look bigger and display its eyespots to potential predators. You can see its head (1) curled downward, ...