Lycaenid (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various butterflies of the family Lycaenidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Eastern Tailed-Blue is a lycaenid native to North America and commonly found in meadows and fields.
- Some lycaenid caterpillars form symbiotic relationships with ants for protection.
- This region's unique lycaenid fauna consists of many endemic species.
- Butterfly enthusiasts consider spotting the elusive Purplish Copper lycaenid a great achievement.
- Scientists study the lycaenid life cycle to understand its unique adaptations to environmental changes.