Flat grain beetle

Pronunciation
/FLAT grain BEE-tuhl/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Flat grain beetle
Plural
Flat grain beetles

Definition

A species of beetle ( *Cryptolestes pusillus*) that is a major pest of stored grains.

Etymology

Example

The flat grain beetle is a common pest in cereal storage facilities.

Related Terms

  • Stored grain insects
  • Pest
  • Cryptolestes