Polygonia (Noun)
Meaning
Comma butterflies.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Polygonia, a genus of comma butterflies, is commonly found in North America and Eurasia.
- The species shown on the exhibit was a Polygonia c-album, identified by the distinctive white comma-shaped mark on its hindwings.
- Researchers were studying the life cycle and migration patterns of Polygonia species in a controlled laboratory setting.
- Since Polygonia butterflies overwinter as adults, the cold winter months presented challenges to the survival of these creatures.
- Studies suggest that Polygonia caterpillars feed specifically on the leaves of nettle plants in order to complete their development stage.