Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
imago
noun
/ɪˈmeɪɡoʊ/
Definition
An imago is the final, adult stage of an insect’s life cycle, particularly after undergoing metamorphosis.
Examples
- The butterfly in its beautiful wings is an example of an imago.
- After several weeks, the caterpillar transformed into its imago form.
- The scientist studied the imago to understand its behaviors and reproductive habits.
Meaning
The term ‘imago’ refers to the mature form of an insect that is capable of reproduction, as opposed to earlier larval or pupal stages.
Synonyms
- adult
- mature insect
- final stage
