Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
puparium
Noun
/pjuːˈpɛəriəm/
Definition
A puparium is a protective casing that certain insect larvae develop into just before they become pupae.
Examples
- The fly’s larva enters a puparium to undergo metamorphosis.
- In the puparium, the larvae transform into adult insects.
Meaning
It serves as a shield for the developing pupae, mostly found in flies and some other insects.
Synonyms
- Pupa
- Chrysalis
