Cerylonidae

Pronunciation
/SER-ril-on-ID-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Cerylonidae
Plural
Cerylonidae

Definition

A family of beetles belonging to the order Coleoptera, commonly known as 'minute bark beetles'.

Etymology

The name Cerylonidae is derived from modern Latin, based on the type genus 'Cerylon'.

Example

Cerylonidae are often found under bark, in leaf litter, and in decaying wood.

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