Corydalus Cornutus (Noun)
Meaning
Large soft-bodied insect having long slender mandibles in the male; aquatic larvae often used as bait.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The corydalus cornutus, also known as the dobsonfly, was often mistaken for a giant moth due to its large size and delicate wings.
- Anglers prized the corydalus cornutus larvae as bait, affectionately naming them "hellgrammites" for their fearsome appearance.
- In the still waters of the pond, the corydalus cornutus larvae thrived, feeding on decaying matter and small insects.
- Entomologists studied the unique mating rituals of the corydalus cornutus, particularly the elaborate dances performed by males to attract females.
- The corydalus cornutus was an important part of the ecosystem, serving as both predator and prey in the complex food chain of the aquatic environment.