Telegeusidae

Pronunciation
/tel-e-JEW-si-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Telegeusidae
Plural
Telegeusidae

Definition

A family of beetles belonging to the order Coleoptera.

Etymology

Derived from Greek 'tele' meaning 'afar' and 'geusis' meaning 'taste'.

Example

Telegeusidae species are known for their unique luminous larvae.

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