Limenitis Arthemis (Noun)
Meaning
North American butterfly with blue-black wings crossed by a broad white band.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The limenitis arthemis, also known as the red-spotted purple or white admiral butterfly, is native to North America.
- Limenitis arthemis specimens have unique blue-black wings crossed by a broad white band with a reddish-purple sheen.
- During their migration, limenitis arthemis butterflies can be seen flying across vast areas of wilderness.
- Limenitis arthemis caterpillars primarily feed on the leaves of trees in the birch and willow families.
- Entomologists study the behavior of limenitis arthemis in the wild to better understand this butterfly's habits.