From Caterpillar to Chrysalis

Two weeks ago, I found a caterpillar as I was walking back from taking the bus riders to buses.  Mrs. Larrabee took it home with her and did some research.  She discovered it was a Black Swallowtail Caterpillar.

This is what it looked like:

Soon, it started to make a chrysalis!

We discussed the changes the caterpillar was going through as part of its metamorphosis.

We all took some time to get a close-up view of this exciting development!

The chrysalis has now turned a light brownish color.  Check back soon for more updates on him!

Here is a diagram of the Black Swallowtail's life cycle: