Pill beetles
- Pronunciation
- /PIL-beet-le/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Pill beetle
- Plural
- Pill beetles
Definition
A common name for beetles belonging to the family Byrrhidae. These beetles are known for their hard, rounded bodies that resemble small pills.
Etymology
From the Latin word 'pila' meaning 'ball' and 'beetle'.
Example
Pill beetles are commonly found in moist environments and feed on moss and algae.