Hydropsychidae
- Pronunciation
- /hī-droh-sikh-id-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Hydropsychid
- Plural
- Hydropsychids
Definition
A family of aquatic insects belonging to the order Trichoptera, characterized by their net-spinning behavior during the larval stage.
Etymology
From Greek 'hydro' meaning 'water' and 'psyche' meaning 'soul' or 'butterfly'.
Example
Hydropsychidae larvae are often found in streams where they construct intricate nets to capture prey.
Related Terms
- Net-spinning
- Aquatic insects
- Trichoptera
Usage Notes
Hydropsychidae are important indicators of water quality.