Eurymus

/ˈjuːrɪməs/ noun

Definition

A genus of butterflies, commonly known as clouded yellows, found across Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Etymology

From Greek 'eury-' (wide, broad), referring to the widespread distribution of these butterfly species across multiple continents and habitats.

Kelly Says

Clouded yellow butterflies in the genus Eurymus are famous for their mass migrations—sometimes millions appear in a single year, then disappear for years, making them mysteriously unpredictable!

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.