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| − | The pupa is a stage in the life cycle of [[holometabolous]] | + | The '''pupa''' is a stage in the life cycle of [[holometabolous]] [[insect]]s. It is initiated by the molting of the final larval stage, and is characterised by immobility and a tough outer covering. The pupal stage molts into the adult stage. |
[[Category:Biology]] | [[Category:Biology]] | ||
[[Category:Insects]] | [[Category:Insects]] | ||
Latest revision as of 02:34, January 16, 2008
The pupa is a stage in the life cycle of holometabolous insects. It is initiated by the molting of the final larval stage, and is characterised by immobility and a tough outer covering. The pupal stage molts into the adult stage.