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Definitions for holometabolous
ˌhɒl oʊ mɪˈtæb ə ləs, ˌhoʊ loʊ-; -ˌmɛt əˈbɒl ɪkholometabolous
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Princeton's WordNet
holometabolic, holometabolousadjective
(of an insect) undergoing complete metamorphosis
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holometabolous
Holometabolism, also called complete metamorphosis, is a form of insect development which includes four life stages: egg, larva, pupa, and imago (or adult). Holometabolism is a synapomorphic trait of all insects in the superorder Endopterygota. Immature stages of holometabolous insects are very different from the mature stage. In some species the holometabolous life cycle prevents larvae from competing with adults because they inhabit different ecological niches. The morphology and behavior of each stage are adapted for different activities. For example, larval traits maximize feeding, growth, and development, while adult traits enable dispersal, mating, and egg laying. Some species of holometabolous insects protect and feed their offspring. Other insect developmental strategies include ametabolism and hemimetabolism.
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holometabolous
Holometabolous refers to a type of insect development that includes four distinct stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. This kind of complete metamorphosis is characteristic of insects such as beetles, butterflies, and flies. In this process, the larvae are typically very different from adults and often inhabit different environments. This transformation from one life form to another is controlled by hormones.
Entomology
Holometabolous
having a complete transformation; with egg, larval, pupal and adult stages distinctly separated.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of holometabolous in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of holometabolous in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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