What is another word for pupate?
Pronunciation: [pjˈuːpe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Pupate refers to the process of a larva developing into a pupa, usually by forming a cocoon or a chrysalis. There are several synonyms for pupate for different insect species that undergo this process. For instance, in the case of a butterfly, it may be called metamorphosis or chrysalidation. Cocooning is a word that can apply to butterflies, moths, and other insects such as beetles, while chrysalization is often used in the context of butterflies and moths. Some other synonyms for pupate include encasing, encapsulating, and mummifying, all of which describe the process of an insect growing and developing inside a protective covering.
