Cabbage looper caterpillar

Gardens, agricultural fields, and greenhouses globally on cruciferous plants and various crops.

Herbivorous leaf-chewer, feeding extensively on the foliage of agricultural and ornamental host plants.

Moves in a distinctive looping motion due to missing prolegs. Pupulates in a silken cocoon attached to host leaves.

Major agricultural pest causing severe defoliation and crop yield reduction. Benefits the ecosystem as prey for predatory birds and beneficial insects.