Butterfly is the adult stage of the order Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths) and caterpillar is the larval stage of the same order. Technically, both are related as they are part of the same organism. However, there are some obvious differences that we need to address between these two stages.
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Larval stage of the order Lepidoptera. |
Adult stage of the order Lepidoptera. |
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The abdomen has prolegs for locomotion. |
The abdomen has no legs; instead, three pairs of jointed legs are attached to the thorax. |
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Caterpillars have simple antennae. |
Butterflies have long antennae that end in clubs. |
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Ocelli perform the function of eyes. |
Butterflies have compound eyes. |
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Caterpillars do not have wings. |
Butterflies have wings. |
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It undergoes metamorphosis. |
It does not undergo metamorphosis at this stage. |
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- Explore the Difference Between Moth and Butterfly
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