Worms and caterpillars are not the only worm-like creatures that have differences. Some people are quick to confuse millipedes and centipedes with worms. The obvious differences between these creatures is the fast movement of these leggy creatures and the thousands of tiny legs attached to the body.

change their appearance so quickly to moth or butterfly, it’s tough to keep track of common characteristics of all species. Just think, there are literally thousands of different types of moths and more than 700 different types of butterflies in North America alone.