The caterpillar stage of the life cycle of a butterfly is also known as the:

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A Pupa
B Chrysalis
C Egg
D Larva

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Answer: D. Larva

A caterpillar is called a larva because "larva" is the overarching scientific term for the young, immature stage of any insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis.

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The caterpillar stage of the life cycle of a butterfly is also known as the:

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