Fishflies
Scientific name: Chauliodes
Fishflies
Scientific name: Chauliodes
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Description
Chauliodes are known not for their beauty, but for their remarkable larval stage. Often mistaken for being harmful, Chauliodes larvae are aquatic and play a crucial role in controlling the population of other insects, serving as a natural pest control. These larvae have strong mandibles which they use for hunting smaller aquatic creatures, showcasing an impressive aspect of aquatic biodiversity and the importance of predator-prey relationships in water ecosystems.
Species of Fishflies
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