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danaid

danaid

9.9
A large tropical butterfly with small front legs and a bad taste that birds avoid
  • noun
  • /ˈdeɪnəd/
  • Specialized
translation icon : danaida
  • Look! A danaid just landed!

Examples

  • In Asia, the striped tiger is a common type of danaid butterfly.

  • What a beautiful danaid!

  • Many bird species avoid eating the danaid due to its toxic chemicals.

  • The larvae of the danaid feed on milkweed, making them distasteful to predators.

  • The garden was filled with colorful danaids, making it a beautiful sight for nature enthusiasts.

  • As I walked through the tropical forest, I spotted a danaid resting on a vibrant flower.

  • The danaids fluttered gracefully among the trees, their striking patterns captivating all who watched.

Synonyms

danaid butterfly
vsdanaid
  • Specialized
9.9

A large tropical butterfly with short front legs and a bad taste that keeps predators away

is the common name for the same group rather than the scientific family label

Compounds

danaid butterfly
  • Specialized
9.9

A large tropical butterfly with short front legs and a bad taste that keeps predators away

Surface Forms

danaid singular
danaids plural

Etymology

Danaid comes from the ancient Greek name Danaus, a man from a Greek story, and the name was given to a group of butterflies that includes the familiar monarch. So, to remember Danaid, think of it as the name for those striped, often unpleasant-tasting butterflies.