Chrysomelidae (Noun)
Meaning
Leaf beetles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Chrysomelidae is the largest family of beetles, commonly known as leaf beetles, which contains over 35,000 known species.
- Members of the Chrysomelidae family, such as the Colorado potato beetle, are well-known agricultural pests.
- The diverse feeding habits of Chrysomelidae have led to their ability to adapt and thrive in various ecosystems.
- Scientists are interested in studying the larvae of Chrysomelidae due to their specialized defense mechanisms against predators.
- Some species of Chrysomelidae have developed bright colors as a warning signal to potential predators of their toxicity.