Megalopodid beetles
- Pronunciation
- /MEH-gal-o-POD-id beet-le/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Megalopodid beetle
- Plural
- Megalopodid beetles
Definition
A family of beetles (order Coleoptera) commonly known as megalopodid beetles. They are characterized by their often large size and prominent tarsi, which give them a 'big foot' appearance.
Etymology
From Greek 'megalo-', meaning 'large', and 'pod-', meaning 'foot'.
Example
Megalopodid beetles are often found in tropical regions.