Minute bog beetles

Pronunciation
/MIN-yute BOG BEET-le/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Minute bog beetle
Plural
Minute bog beetles

Definition

Small beetles belonging to the family *Limnichidae*, known for their small size and association with moist habitats.

Etymology

From their diminutive size ('minute') and their habitat preference for damp environments ('bog').

Example

Minute bog beetles are often found in bogs and other wetlands.

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