larvarium

/ˈlɑrvərɪəm/ or /ˈlɑrvɪəriəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A room or container for breeding and rearing insects, especially butterflies or beetles, for study or display.

“The insectarium was converted into a larvarium to support the ongoing research project.”

Synonyms

  • larval habitat
  • larval stage

Antonyms

  • chrysalis
  • pupa stage