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caddis fly

/ˈkædɪs flaɪ/

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/ˈkædɪs flaɪ/C1formalscientific
  • ruНебольшое насекомое, похожее на мотылька, с водными личинками, которые строят защитные домики из шёлка и материалов, таких как песок, камни или растительные остатки. Встречается возле пресноводных водоёмов.

A small, moth-like insect with aquatic larvae that build protective cases from silk and materials like sand, stones, or plant debris. Found near freshwater habitats.

  1. Aquatic insectC1formal

    A small, moth-like insect belonging to the order Trichoptera, whose larvae live in water and build protective cases from silk and materials like sand, stones, or plant matter.

    ruВодное насекомое

    • The caddis fly is often used as an indicator of water quality.
    • Anglers often imitate caddis fly larvae with their fishing flies.
    • The caddis fly emerged from its pupal case and flew away.