larverna
Larverna is the plural form of the Swedish word larv, referring to the larval stages of animals, especially insects. In biology, a larva is an immature form that typically differs in appearance and habitat from the adult and often requires a separate feeding strategy. The larval stage is a common feature in many animal lineages and is a key element of various life cycles.
Two broad patterns of metamorphosis are recognized. In complete metamorphosis (holometabolism), the life cycle includes egg,
Larval forms occur across many major groups. Insects provide familiar examples: caterpillars (Lepidoptera), maggots (Diptera), grubs
Ecologically and scientifically, studying larverna illuminates developmental biology, taxonomy, and life-history strategies. They are also of