PUPIPAROUS Meaning and
Definition
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Pupiparous is an adjective that refers to an organism's ability to give birth to live offspring, specifically in the form of pupae. The term is derived from the Latin words "pupa," meaning a stage in the life cycle of an insect in which it is enclosed in a protective case, and "parus," meaning to bear or give birth.
In biology, pupiparous species are characterized by their unique reproductive strategy, wherein the young are born as fully developed pupae rather than as eggs or larvae. This term is primarily used to describe certain insects and arthropods, such as certain species of flies, wasps, or beetles.
The process of pupiparity typically involves the female of the species depositing her eggs on a suitable substrate, such as the skin of a host organism or a decaying matter. The eggs then go through a series of developmental stages, eventually transforming into pupae. The pupae, enclosed within a protective case, undergo metamorphosis to develop into adult organisms.
Pupiparous species have evolved this unique reproductive strategy as a means of ensuring the survival and successful development of their offspring. The pupal stage provides additional protection and nutrients, contributing to the increased chances of survival and the overall reproductive success of the species.
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Pert. to eggs of insects which are hatched in the matrix of the mother, and not excluded till they become pupes-these insects are called pupipara or pupipares.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of PUPIPAROUS
The word "pupiparous" is derived from the Latin word "pupa", which means "pupa" or "doll", and the suffix "-parous", which comes from the Latin verb "parere", meaning "to bear" or "to bring forth". "Pupiparous" is a term used in biology to describe an insect or a group of insects whose females give birth to live larvae or pupae, rather than laying eggs.
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