Multivoltine

Definition

Referring to insect species that produce multiple generations per year.

Etymology

From Latin 'multi-', meaning 'many', and '-voltine', from 'volta', an Italian term meaning 'turn' or 'generation'.

Example

The European Corn Borer is a multivoltine pest, having two to three generations in a single growing season.

Synonyms

• Several-brooded
• Polyvoltine

Related Terms

• Univoltine
• Bivoltine
• Generations
• Life Cycle

Usage Notes

Multivoltine species are often found in warmer climates where conditions allow for more than one complete life cycle within a year.