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caseworm

/ˈkeɪs.wɜːm/

Tradução: Larva de certos insetos que constrói um estojo ou invólucro protetor ao redor do corpo, feito de seda, folhas ou outros materiais.

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noun

/ˈkeɪs.wɜːm/C2formalscientific
  • ptLarva de certos insetos que constrói um estojo ou invólucro protetor ao redor do corpo, feito de seda, folhas ou outros materiais.

A noun referring to the larva of certain insects that builds a protective case or covering around its body.

  1. Larva with a protective caseC2formalscientific

    An insect larva, such as a caddisfly larva, that builds a protective tube or case around its body using silk and materials like sand, twigs, or leaves.

    ptLarva com estojo protetor

    • The caseworm constructs its shelter from tiny pebbles and plant debris.
    • Under the microscope, the caseworm's intricate case is a marvel of natural engineering.
    • Biologists study the caseworm to understand aquatic insect behavior.

    Sinônimoscaddisworm