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What is a group of caterpillars called?
An army
of caterpillars
| Animal | Caterpillars |
| Category | Insects & Bugs |
| Collective noun | Army |
| Baby name | Caterpillar |
💡 An “army” of caterpillars can strip a tree of leaves in days.
FAQ
What is a group of caterpillars called?
A group of caterpillars is called an army.
What is a baby caterpillar called?
A baby caterpillar is called a caterpillar.
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Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”