Triunguloid larva
- Pronunciation
- /TRUHN-ju-loid larva/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Triunguloid larva
- Plural
- Triunguloid larvae
Definition
The first instar of some beetles, especially in the family Meloidae, characterized by a three-pointed appearance due to the presence of three pairs of legs.
Etymology
Example
The triunguloid larva of blister beetles is initially found on flowers or in nests of solitary bees.