wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Hard protective covering over the pupa of a butterfly is called ________.

A
cocoon
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
shell
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
moult
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
larva
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is A cocoon
As the caterpillar moults for the last time it creates a silk covering over it. This gets hardened in air, to protect it from lizards and other predators. This covering is called cocoon.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
2
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Wool
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon