Monommidae
- Pronunciation
- /mon-OM-my-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Monommid
- Plural
- Monommidae
Definition
A family of beetles, not flies, that are usually encountered under bark or in leaf litter.
Etymology
The name is derived from the Greek words 'monos' meaning 'single' and 'mimos' meaning 'mimic', referring to their resemblance to other insect groups.
Example
Monommidae beetles can often be found hiding under tree bark.