Dynamopodinae

Pronunciation
/dye-nam-o-pod-ih-nee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Dynamopodinae
Plural
Dynamopodinae

Definition

A subfamily of beetles belonging to the family Scarabaeidae, characterized by their unique wing venation and other morphological features.

Etymology

Named after the Greek words 'dynamis' meaning 'strength' and 'podos' meaning 'foot', likely referring to their powerful legs.

Example

The Dynamopodinae subfamily is known for its diverse habitat range, from forests to grasslands.

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