When the caterpillars get bigger and start getting ready to become a cocoon they start to look for a good spot and they travel. I would rather they stay in one spot. It's safer for them and easier for me. I am sure there are many different methods for keeping them contained. This one usually works for me. We took a container, turned it upside down & cut out the bottom (which is now the top. This way the previous top is straight and sits evenly on the floor. We drilled holes for ventilation and then covered the holes with screening putting it on the outside to prevent any sticking or cuts. Now I can easily access the caterpillars and when they start to travel I'll put sticks and branches in for them and will cover the top with netting so they can't get out.
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