How Carnivorous Caterpillars Attack Their Prey

Clip: Season 37 Episode 11 | 2m 35s | Video has closed captioning.

Nearly all caterpillars are herbivores, but not this one. Caterpillars on the islands of Hawaii have evolved with claws that are more suited to catching live prey. Watch the clever way they attack their meals.

Aired: 02/20/19

Rating: NR

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