Chrysomelidae
- Pronunciation
- /kris-oh-MEL-i-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Chrysomelid
- Plural
- Chrysomelids
Definition
A family of leaf beetles, characterized by their often brightly colored adults and their diverse feeding habits.
Etymology
From Greek 'chrysos' meaning 'gold' and 'melas' meaning 'black', referring to the typical coloration of some species.
Example
The Chrysomelidae family includes species that feed on a variety of plants, from crops to wildflowers.