Pleasing fungus beetles

Pronunciation
/PLEEZ-ing FUN-gus BEE-tuhls/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Pleasing fungus beetle
Plural
Pleasing fungus beetles

Definition

A common name for beetles in the family Erotylidae, known for their shiny and often colorful appearance, and their association with fungal habitats.

Etymology

The term 'pleasing' refers to the beetle's shiny appearance, while 'fungus' relates to its association with fungi.

Example

Pleasing fungus beetles are often found in forests where they feed on various types of wood-decaying fungi.

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