Aenictopecheidae

Pronunciation
/ay-NIK-toe-PEH-shee-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Aenictopecheidae
Plural
Aenictopecheidae

Definition

A family of beetles belonging to the order Coleoptera, known from a single species found in Ambon Island, Indonesia.

Etymology

The name derives from Greek words meaning 'twisted' or 'curved', referencing the shape of certain body parts.

Example

Aenictopecheidae beetles are extremely rare and have only been documented in a specific region of Indonesia.

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