Corixa (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Corixidae: boat bugs.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Corixa punctata is a species of water boatman in the family Corixidae, commonly found in freshwater environments throughout Europe.
- Corixa species have been identified as significant indicators of water quality due to their sensitivity to pollution.
- In aquatic ecosystems, the Corixa plays a crucial role as both a predator and prey, maintaining the balance of the food chain.
- Corixa is characterized by its distinctive oar-like hind legs, adapted for propulsion through the water.
- Corixa species have developed unique adaptations, such as a waterproof coating on their bodies, allowing them to live underwater for extended periods.