Cleroidea
- Pronunciation
- /KLER-oh-ee-uh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Cleroid
- Plural
- Cleroidea
Definition
A superfamily of beetles in the order Coleoptera.
Etymology
Named after the Greek word 'kleros', meaning 'inheritance'.
Example
The Cleroidea are known for their predatory behavior and brightly colored bodies.