Do I Need To Get Rid Of Caterpillars?or Will They Simply Turn Into Butterflies?.

Question

I don’t really want to destroy them unless I have got to.

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Answer 1

If they aren't doing too much damage, I would leave them be. Most caterpillars are butterflies or moths. There are a lot more moths than butterflies. They don't usually defoliate a whole plant and usually it does not permanently harm the plant.

If you feel they are completely eating prized plants you can use control methods that don't harm beneficial insects.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/prevent-caterpillars.htm