krepsödade
Krepsödade is a term that can refer to two distinct but related concepts within Swedish folklore and entomology. In folklore, it is often used to describe a folk belief or superstition surrounding the "death" or decline of crayfish, particularly during certain times of the year. This was sometimes associated with natural phenomena like changes in water temperature or the crayfish's molting cycle, which can make them more vulnerable or less visible. The term itself literally translates to "crayfish death" or "crayfish demise."
In a more literal, biological context, "krepsödade" can also refer to an actual epizootic, or a widespread