Hairy fungus beetles

Definition

A family of beetles, Mycetophagidae, known for their hairy appearance and association with fungi.

Etymology

From the Greek 'myceto-', meaning 'fungus', and 'phag-', meaning 'eating'.

Example

Hairy fungus beetles are often found in decaying wood and feed on fungal spores.

Related Terms

• Mycetophagidae
• Fungi
• Decaying wood