1. an insect of the order Trichoptera, which includes caddisflies
Usage: entomology

1. of or relating to the order Trichoptera
Usage: entomology

Examples

• The trichopteran larvae build protective cases from sand and debris.
• Scientists collected several trichopteran species from the stream.
• The trichopteran order includes over 14,000 known species worldwide.
• Trichopteran insects are important indicators of water quality.
• The researcher studied trichopteran behavior near the riverbank.
• Adult trichopteran insects have hairy wings and resemble small moths.