56 Megaloptera

Megaloptera

Megaloptera includes the alderflies, dobsonflies, and fishflies. All members of the order have large wings that are somewhat net-veined. Their larvae are aquatic, mostly in streams, and have gills along the abdomen. The larvae tend to have large mandibles as well, as they are predaceous. They are also an important food source for predatory fish.

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