Lycaenidae (Noun)
Meaning
Family of small usually brilliantly colored butterflies; males have short forelegs.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Lycaenidae, also known as the gossamer-winged butterflies, are a diverse family of butterflies with striking patterns and colors.
- Characteristic of Lycaenidae is the shortening of the forelegs in males, making them appear small and hair-like.
- Researchers have been studying the unique mating habits of the Lycaenidae, a family of small and colorful butterflies found in various parts of the world.
- In a recent expedition, a team of entomologists discovered several new species of Lycaenidae in a remote region of the tropical rainforest.
- The Lycaenidae family is comprised of about 6,000 known species of butterflies, making it one of the largest families of butterflies in the world.