Pieridae (Noun)
Meaning
Arthropod family including cabbage butterflies; sulphur butterflies.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Pieridae family of butterflies is commonly found in gardens and fields, where their larvae feed on various plants.
- Several species of Pieridae, including the clouded yellow and the meadow white butterfly, can be found in Europe and Asia.
- The bright yellow and orange colors of many Pieridae butterflies serve as a warning to potential predators that they are distasteful or toxic.
- Some Pieridae species, such as the giant sulphur butterfly, are known to migrate long distances in search of food and suitable habitats.
- Many species of Pieridae are known to be host plants for various species of wasps and flies that prey on their larvae.