Trout stream beetles

Pronunciation
/TROUT STREAM BEET-ulz/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Trout stream beetle
Plural
Trout stream beetles

Definition

A common name for the aquatic beetles of the family *Amphizoidae* that are often found in streams frequented by trout.

Etymology

From the Greek 'amphi' meaning 'both' and 'zoon' meaning 'animal', referencing their semi-aquatic lifestyle.

Example

Trout stream beetles are important prey for trout.

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