Meaning of the word alderfly in English

What does alderfly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

alderfly

US /ˈɔːldəˌflaɪ/
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Noun

1.

A brownish insect that lives near water and has predatory aquatic larvae.

Example:

Adult alderflies are eaten by a variety of insectivorous animals such as flycatching birds and spiders.

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