Yes, the word "larva" does have a plural form which is "larvae". It's like the versatile caterpillar that transforms into multiple beautiful butterflies. This word comes from Latin, and in Latin-derived words, the "-a" ending often becomes "-ae" in plural form. So when you sight more than one creeping larva, like an ensemble cast of tiny critters on a leaf, you'd say "look at all these larvae". Words like "larva" remind us how English is a big tapestry woven with threads from many different languages, isn't that interesting? So, have you come across any other Latin-derived words that you are curious about?
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