Caterpillars

Are caterpillars worms?


Appparently, a worm is a legless animal with a slender, soft body. True worms are made up of many cells. But they do not have a backbone. Most people think of the worm-like larvae (young) of butterflies and other insects as "worms." But scientists who study animal life consider only certain adult animals as true worms.


So, I guess the answer would be no. Caterpillars have lots of legs.