Univoltine

Definition

Describing an insect species that has one generation, or life cycle, per year.

Etymology

From Latin 'uni-', meaning 'one', and 'voltinus', derived from 'volta', meaning 'a turn' or 'a cycle'.

Example

The univoltine lifecycle of the European corn borer means there is only one generation of these insects per year.

Synonyms

• Monovoltine

Related Terms

• Bivoltine
• Multivoltine
• Lifecycle

Usage Notes

Univoltine species are often adapted to seasonal environments where resources are available only once a year.