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Polygonia

Polygonia

9.9
A group of butterflies with jagged wing edges and comma-shaped markings
  • noun
  • /pəˈlɪɡəniə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Polygonia
  • The Polygonia butterflies are recognized for their distinctive markings and angular wings.

Examples

  • Scientists studied several species within the Polygonia genus to document their migration patterns.

  • In early spring, Polygonia butterflies can often be seen basking in sunny woodland clearings.

  • The Polygonia flies are known for their jagged wing edges and unique markings.

  • The Polygonia species can be found in various habitats.

  • Have you ever seen a Polygonia butterfly?

  • In early spring, Polygonia butterflies can often be seen basking in sunny woodland clearings.

  • Scientists studied several species within the Polygonia genus to document their migration patterns.

Synonyms

genus Polygonia
vsPolygonia
  • Specialized
9.8

A group of butterflies with ragged wing edges and a comma-shaped mark

is the same term but without the explicit taxonomic label

Compounds

genus Polygonia
  • Specialized
9.8

A group of butterflies with ragged wing edges and a comma-shaped mark

Polygonia comma
  • Specialized
9.9

A North American butterfly with orange-brown wings and a small white comma-shaped mark under each rear wing

Surface Forms

Polygonia singular
Polygoniae plural

Etymology

Polygonia comes from the Greek parts poly- meaning 'many' and gonia meaning 'angle', the same idea you see in polygon. So the name fits these 'comma' butterflies because their wings have many angled edges.