larvae

variants also larvas
Definition of larvaenext
plural of larva
as in nymphs
a young wingless often wormlike form (as a grub or caterpillar) that hatches from the egg of many insects the larva looked ugly, but it was destined to hatch into a beautiful butterfly

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nymphs
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  • Check not only for insects and their larvae or nymphs, but also for eggs, pupal structures, sticky honeydew, webbing, and tiny dark dots on stems and the backs of leaves.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
  • The emergence of nymphs, along with more people spending time outdoors, are among the reasons tick bites tend to be highest in May.
    ABC News, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
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“Larvae.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/larvae. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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