Geadephaga

Definition

A suborder of beetles, also known as ground beetles, that are primarily predatory and often nocturnal.

Etymology

From Greek 'ge' meaning 'earth' and 'phagein' meaning 'to eat'.

Example

Geadephaga are important predators in many ecosystems, helping to control populations of other insects.

Related Terms

• Predators
• Nocturnal
• Insects
• Carabidae
• Adephaga

Usage Notes

Geadephaga is a suborder within the order Coleoptera, and includes the family Carabidae (ground beetles).