Eulichadid beetles

Pronunciation
/yoo-li-khad-id bee-tuhls/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Eulichadid beetle
Plural
Eulichadid beetles

Definition

A family of beetles (order Coleoptera) commonly known as eulichadid beetles, belonging to the family Eulichadidae.

Etymology

The name comes from the genus *Eulichadus*, which is the type genus of the family Eulichadidae.

Example

Eulichadid beetles are characterized by their unique wing venation and sometimes brightly colored elytra.

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