Attelabidae
- Pronunciation
- /at-tel-AB-i-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Attelabid
- Plural
- Attelabidae
Definition
A family of leaf-rolling weevils, known for their distinctive long snouts and often brightly colored bodies.
Full guide
Read the full Attelabidae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.
Etymology
From Latin 'attelabus' meaning 'a kind of beetle'.
Example
The Attelabidae family includes species that roll leaves into protective tubes for their larvae.