Calamoceratidae
- Pronunciation
- /kal-am-o-ser-at-id-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Calamoceratidae
- Plural
- Calamoceratidae
Definition
A family of caddisflies in the order Trichoptera.
Etymology
Named after the Greek words 'kalamos' (reed) and 'keras' (horn), possibly referring to some characteristic of their structure.
Example
Members of the Calamoceratidae are known for constructing cases out of plant material.