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pupa /pu·pa/ (pu´pah) [L.] the second stage in the development of an insect, between the larva and the imago.pu´pal
pupa [pyo̅o̅′pə] Etymology: L, doll a stage between the larval and adult stages in the life cycle of many insects, including flies, butterflies, and beetles. It has the basic external features of the adult form but without expanded wings. pupa [pu´pah] (L.) the second stage in the development of an insect, between the larva and the imago. adj., adj pu´pal.
pupa pl. pupae [L.] the second stage in the development of an insect, between the larva and the imago. Usually an inactive stage such as a coccoon. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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On Friday, tree-removal workers and state Department of Conservation and Recreation supervisors found live beetles as well as beetles still in the pupal stage in "chambers" inside trees. Use of the pupal survey technique for measuring Ae. Buzzer hatches can be so massive that you can often see a tidal mark of shucks - discarded pupal cases - three inches wide round the edges of a loch. |
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