Naiad

Pronunciation
/NAI-ad/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Naiad
Plural
Naiads

Definition

A nymph of an aquatic insect belonging to the order Ephemeroptera (mayflies) or other groups such as Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies).

Etymology

Example

The naiads of many species are often brightly colored and have specialized adaptations for life in their aquatic habitats.

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