. "\"The process whose specific outcome is the progression of the larva over time, from its formation to the mature structure. This begins with the newly hatched first-instar larva, through its maturation to the end of the last larval stage. An example of this process is found in Drosophila melanogaster.\" [GOC:bf, GOC:mtg_sensu]" . . "instar larval development" . . .