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nepidae

/nɪˈpaɪ.diː/

Traduction: Famille taxonomique d'insectes aquatiques, communément appelés scorpions d'eau, caractérisés par un corps allongé et un tube respiratoire.

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/nɪˈpaɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • frFamille taxonomique d'insectes aquatiques, communément appelés scorpions d'eau, caractérisés par un corps allongé et un tube respiratoire.

A taxonomic family of aquatic insects commonly known as water scorpions, characterized by their elongated body and breathing tube.

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  1. C2formalscientific

    A family of aquatic insects in the order Hemiptera, commonly known as water scorpions, characterized by a long breathing tube and raptorial front legs.

    frNépidés

    • The Nepidae family includes insects that are often found in stagnant ponds.
    • Water scorpions, or Nepidae, use their long tail to breathe while submerged.
    • Researchers observed the Nepidae's hunting behavior in a controlled environment.