Ex larva

Pronunciation: /EX- lar-vah/

Category: Development

Singular: Ex larva

Plural: Ex larvae

Definition

A term not commonly used in entomology; possibly intended to describe a larva that develops outside of the host organism, but not a standard term in scientific literature.

Etymology

Latin 'ex-', meaning 'outside', and 'larva'

Example

The ex larva of some parasitic insects develops outside the host, feeding on its secretions.

Related Terms

Parasitism
Host

Usage Notes

Use caution as this term is not widely recognized in scientific literature.