Pachypodinae
- Pronunciation
- /pa-ki-POD-in-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Pachypodinae
- Plural
- Pachypodinae
Definition
A subfamily of beetles in the family Scarabaeidae, characterized by their stout, robust bodies and often brightly colored or metallic exoskeletons.
Etymology
From Greek 'pakhos', meaning 'thick' or 'strong', and 'podos', meaning 'foot'.
Example
Members of the Pachypodinae subfamily can be found in various environments, from forests to grasslands.