Lepidostomatidae

Pronunciation
/LEH-pid-oh-STOM-at-id-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Lepidostomatidae
Plural
Lepidostomatidae

Definition

A family of caddisflies in the order Trichoptera. Members of this family are often found in freshwater habitats and their larvae build portable cases out of various materials.

Full guide

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

Etymology

From Greek 'lepis' meaning 'scale' and 'stoma' meaning 'mouth'.

Example

Lepidostomatidae larvae are skilled at constructing protective cases from small pebbles and plant material.

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