Lined flat bark beetles

Pronunciation
/LIN-ed FLAT BARK BEE-tuhls/
Category
Taxonomy
Plural
Lined flat bark beetles

Definition

A group of beetles (Coleoptera: Cucujidae) known for their flattened bodies and lined appearance.

Etymology

The name refers to the beetle's flattened body shape and the dark, often striped or lined patterns on their exoskeleton.

Example

Lined flat bark beetles are known for their presence under the bark of trees, playing a role in the decomposition of dead wood.

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