Bruchidae (Noun)
Meaning
Seed beetles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Seed damage caused by the Bruchidae family of beetles can significantly impact yield in a variety of legume crops.
- The Bruchidae family of weevils is known to primarily target seeds of pulse legumes, for example beans, lentils, and peas.
- Insects belonging to the Bruchidae have been documented to infest a wide range of seeds that human consumption relies heavily on.
- According to a study on seed-attacking insects, the family Bruchidae has risen as a significant threat to seed preservation throughout history.
- Entomologists have dedicated considerable resources toward understanding Bruchidae behavior as part of managing seed beetle threats.