trichopteran
/traɪˈkɒptərən/
noun
- A member of the insect order Trichoptera; a caddisfly.
- The biologist collected a trichopteran from the stream to study its life cycle.
- A trichopteran flew toward the porch light on a summer evening.
- Each trichopteran species builds a unique type of larval case.
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adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of the insect order Trichoptera (caddisflies).
- The trichopteran larvae are sensitive to pollution, making them useful for monitoring water quality.
- Trichopteran insects undergo complete metamorphosis from larva to adult.
- She studied the trichopteran wing patterns under a microscope.