Hydroptilidae

Pronunciation
/hi-droh-TIL-ee-day/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Hydroptilid
Plural
Hydroptilids

Definition

A family of aquatic insects belonging to the order Trichoptera.

Full guide

Read the full Hydroptilidae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.

Etymology

From Greek 'hydro' meaning 'water' and 'ptilus' meaning 'wing'.

Example

Hydroptilidae larvae are often found in streams and rivers.

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