To become the much admired winged beauties, butterflies and moths go thru quite the growing pain of getting there. As caterpillars, they are considered pests as they notoriously feast on plants and flowers. When they are ready to take on their adult form, the caterpillar creates a protective shell or a chrysalis to protect it from predators as it goes thru metamorphosis. Just take a look at the beautiful transformation of butterflies and moths, and be in awe of what nature is capable of.
