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biparous

biparous

9.9
An animal that gives birth to two young at once
  • adjective
  • /ˈbaɪˌpɛrəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : biparo
  • The veterinarian confirmed that the rabbit was biparous after observing the delivery of twin kits.

Examples

  • The biparous species of fish typically give birth to two young.

  • A biparous mammal can produce two offspring simultaneously.

  • Certain rodent species are biparous, usually giving birth to two young per pregnancy.

  • Research on biparous animals has provided valuable insights into reproductive strategies.

  • Certain rodent species are biparous, usually giving birth to two young per pregnancy.

  • The veterinarian confirmed that the rabbit was biparous after observing the delivery of twin kits.

  • A biparous mammal can produce two offspring simultaneously.

Synonyms

twinning
vsbiparous
  • Specialized
6.8

Having two young at one birth, especially in animals

is the same meaning but not limited to livestock contexts

Antonyms

uniparous
  • Specialized
9.9

Producing only one young at a time

Surface Forms

biparous positive

Morphology

biparous = parous (semi-transparent) = bi + par + ous

The prefix 'bi-' clearly indicates 'two', but the term 'parous' is specialized and not commonly known.

Etymology

The word biparous splits into bi- meaning 'two' and parous meaning 'to give birth', like in parent. So a biparous animal is one that gives birth to two young at the same time.