Pupiparous

Definition

Producing larvae that are nourished within the body of the parent until they are ready to emerge as mature larvae.

Etymology

From Latin 'pupa', meaning 'doll' or 'puppet', and 'parere', meaning 'to give birth'.

Example

Some insects, like the pupiparous species of flies, give birth to mature larvae that have developed inside the mother.

Related Terms

• Larviparity
• Viviparity

Usage Notes

Pupiparous is a term used in entomology to describe a type of reproduction where offspring are born as mature larvae rather than eggs.