Plagiohammus

Pronunciation
/plaj-o-HAM-us/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Plagiohammus
Plural
Plagiohammus

Definition

A genus of beetles belonging to the family Cerambycidae, known for their long antennae and often colorful bodies.

Etymology

From Greek 'plagios' meaning 'spreading' or 'slanting' and 'hammus' meaning 'hammer'.

Example

Plagiohammus species are often found in tropical forests.

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