Small winter stoneflies
- Pronunciation
- /SMALL win-ter STON-fleis/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Small winter stonefly
- Plural
- Small winter stoneflies
Definition
A term used to describe small species of winter stoneflies, typically smaller in size compared to other winter stonefly species.
Etymology
From the common name 'winter stonefly' combined with 'small' to denote their smaller size.
Example
Small winter stoneflies often inhabit seeps and springs, where they are less conspicuous than larger species.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
The term 'small winter stoneflies' is not a formal taxonomic classification but rather a colloquial term used to differentiate smaller species within the Winter Stonefly group.