Complete metamorphosis. Computer illustration showing the process of complete metamorphosis (Holometabolism) in a butterfly. Complete metamorphosis is a form of insect development whereby the insect passes through four distinct life stages: embryo or egg,larva,pupa and adult (imago). In butterflies and moths (order Lepidoptera) the eggs (bottom) hatch into a caterpillar (larva,left),which then pupates (top) before hatching into the fully-formed winged adult (right) | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Jensen, Mikkel Juul |
Bildgröße: | 3251 px × 2685 px |
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