Lyctus brunneus

Pronunciation
/LYEK-tus BRUN-ee-us/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Lyctus brunneus
Plural
Lyctus brunneus

Definition

A species of beetle belonging to the family Bostrichidae, commonly known as the powderpost beetle. It is a wood-destroying insect that infests hardwoods.

Etymology

The name comes from the Latin 'brunneus', meaning 'brown'.

Example

Lyctus brunneus is a common pest of wooden structures and furniture.

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