Absurd Creatures | This Caterpillar Freaks Out If You Yell At It

Published on April 9, 2017

Caterpillars are sort of the Cheetos of the animal world. They’re just waiting to become someone’s snack. Some species have developed defense mechanisms. This caterpillar, found in Peru, has weird appendages it throws in the air when it senses dangerous sounds.

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Absurd Creatures | This Caterpillar Freaks Out If You Yell At It

Starring: Matt Simon

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