| Larva | Pupa |
|---|---|
| This is the second stage in the life cycle of insects. | This is the third stage of development. |
| Larva is motile and active. | Pupa is sessile and sedentary. |
| Larva serves to feed and maintain nutritional reserves for later use. | During Pupal stage, many adult structures start forming like wings and reproductive organs to give rise to a sexually mature adult. |
| They are not enclosed. | They are usually enclosed in structures called Cocoons. |