chironomid

[kahy-ron-uh-mid]

chironomid Definition

a non-biting midge, a small two-winged fly that resembles a mosquito but does not bite.

Using chironomid: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chironomid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The lake was covered in chironomids.

  • Example

    Chironomids are an important food source for fish.

chironomid Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chironomid

  • non-biting midge
  • midge fly
  • lake fly

Phrases with chironomid

  • the aquatic larval stage of the chironomid fly, which is an important food source for many fish species

    Example

    The trout were feeding on chironomid larvae near the bottom of the lake.

  • the emergence of adult chironomid flies from the water, which can trigger feeding frenzies among fish

    Example

    The chironomid hatch was so thick that the fish were jumping out of the water to eat them.

  • an artificial fly that is designed to resemble a chironomid, used by anglers to catch fish

    Example

    He tied on a chironomid imitation and cast it out into the lake.

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Summary: chironomid in Brief

'Chironomid' [kahy-ron-uh-mid] refers to a non-biting midge, a small two-winged fly that resembles a mosquito but does not bite. They are an important food source for fish and can trigger feeding frenzies during their emergence as adults. Anglers use 'chironomid imitations' to catch fish.