+A larva is a distinct [immature](/wiki/Immature) form of an animal that undergoes [metamorphosis](/wiki/Metamorphosis) before reaching its adult stage. Often differing significantly in appearance, diet, and habitat from its adult counterpart, it represents a crucial developmental phase.
+## See also
+- [Insect](/wiki/Insect)
+- [Pupa](/wiki/Pupa)
+- [Life Cycle](/wiki/Life_Cycle)