noun
- butterflies belonging to the family Nymphalidae, characterized by reduced forelegs and including monarchs, admirals, and fritillaries
Usage: entomology
Examples
- Nymphalids are among the most colorful butterflies in North America.
- The monarch butterfly is one of the most well-known nymphalids.
- Scientists studied the migration patterns of various nymphalids.
- The garden attracted several species of nymphalids during summer.
- Nymphalids use their reduced front legs for sensing rather than walking.
- The museum’s butterfly exhibit featured dozens of preserved nymphalids.