Diapausal
Pronunciation: /ˈdaɪˈˌeɪpiˈoʊˈsæɫ/
Diapausal (adj)
- Describing an insect stage where growth and activity stop for a time, usually to survive cold or lack of food.
- Describing a living thing’s development that is temporarily stopped or slowed until conditions become better.
Diapausal (adjective)
Examples
- The insect enters a diapausal pause state during harsh weather.
- This diapausal insect pause state helps it survive cold nights.