Caddice Fly (Noun)
Meaning
Small moth-like insect having two pairs of hairy membranous wings and aquatic larvae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The caddis fly larvae construct protective cases from sticks and rocks to shield themselves from predators.
- Caddis flies serve as a primary food source for various fish species in aquatic ecosystems.
- The biologist studied the lifecycle of the caddis fly, focusing on its unique transformation from larva to adult.
- Anglers often use artificial lures resembling caddis flies to catch trout and other fish.
- The caddis fly's life cycle typically consists of four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.