Stenotrachelidae

Pronunciation
/sten-o-trah-KILL-ee-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Stenotrachelid
Plural
Stenotrachelidae

Definition

A family of beetles belonging to the order Coleoptera, often known for their long slender necks.

Etymology

From Greek 'stenos', meaning 'narrow', and 'trachelos', meaning 'neck'.

Example

The Stenotrachelidae are often found in various regions and are known for their long, slender necks.

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