Soft-bodied plant beetles

Definition

A colloquial term referring to a group of beetles sometimes erroneously associated with the family Lymexylidae, but actually more commonly referring to the family Dascillidae, known for their soft exoskeleton.

Etymology

From 'soft-bodied' and 'plant beetles', combining the characteristics of their body structure and their feeding habits.

Example

Soft-bodied plant beetles are often found in forests and woodlands.

Related Terms

• Dascillidae
• Wood-boring beetles

Usage Notes

The term 'soft-bodied plant beetles' is not formally used in scientific classification. They are better known by their family name, Dascillidae.