cavernicolous

[ kav-er-nik-uh-luhs ]

adjective

1. living in caverns or caves, as certain animals.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cavernicolous¹

First recorded in 1885–90; cavern + -i- + -colous

Example Sentences

The possible origin of cavernicolous Orthoptera has been discussed by Chopard .

From Project Gutenberg

Cavernicolous cockroaches show varying degrees of dependence on and adaptation to these specialized habitats.

From Project Gutenberg