Before becoming a butterfly, the caterpillar goes through a fascinating stage of its life cycle . A tireless devourer of leaves, this small creature feeds to accumulate the energy necessary for its metamorphosis. Thanks to its powerful mandibles, it eats several times its weight every day and can even multiply its size by 1,000 in a few days !
The caterpillar moves thanks to its many small legs and its ventral prolegs equipped with tiny hooks that allow it to cling securely to plants. Some species are true champions of camouflage , imitating twigs or snakes to escape predators. Observed closely, it reveals the astonishing diversity of the insect world and raises awareness of biodiversity among young and old.
This Papo caterpillar figurine faithfully reproduces the insect's segmented and flexible body as well as its colorful details. Perfect as an educational toy or teaching figurine , it allows you to explain the caterpillar-butterfly metamorphosis , to complete a collection of garden animals or to invent stories inspired by nature. A must-have for discovering the world of insects and awakening children's curiosity.