Polypodous

Pronunciation
/pol-ee-POD-us/
Category
Morphology
Plural
Polypodous

Definition

Used to describe larvae, particularly those of certain insects like caterpillars (Lepidoptera) and sawflies (Hymenoptera), that have multiple pairs of legs, including prolegs.

Etymology

Example

Polypodous caterpillars have multiple pairs of legs, allowing them to crawl efficiently.

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