Cryptophagidae
- Pronunciation
- /krip-toh-FAY-jih-dee/
- Category
- Beetles
- Singular
- cryptophagid
- Plural
- Cryptophagidae
Definition
A family of beetles (order Coleoptera) commonly known as silken fungus beetles.
Etymology
Derived from Greek 'kryptos' meaning hidden and 'phagein' meaning to eat, referring to their concealed feeding habits.
Example
Cryptophagidae are often found in decaying plant matter or fungi.