Growth Chart

This figure shows Manduca growth from the beginning of an instar through the end. Your Manduca may not follow this growth chart exactly as growth depends on rearing conditions.

First Instar:
Chart of Manduca growth in the first instar compared to a penny.
Second Instar:
Chart of Manduca growth in the second instar compared to a penny.
Third Instar:
Chart of Manduca growth in the third instar compared to a penny.
Fourth Instar:
Chart of Manduca growth in the fourth instar compared to a penny.
Fifth Instar:
Chart of Manduca growth in the fifth instar compared to a penny.
Pupal Stage:
Chart of Manduca growth in the pupal stage compared to a penny.