heliconius

/hɛlɪkəˈnaɪəs/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of neotropical butterflies in the family nymphalidae, particularly the pipevine swallowtail.

“The heliconius species were found in the tropical rainforest, their vibrant colors standing out amidst the green foliage.”

Synonyms

  • butterfly
  • lepidopteran
  • pipevine swallowtail

Antonyms

  • bird
  • mammal