Family Scarabaeidae (Noun)
Meaning
Scarab or dung beetles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Scarabaeidae is one of the most diverse and widespread groups of beetles, with over 30,000 known species.
- Dung beetles, members of the family Scarabaeidae, are known for their unique behavior of rolling and burying dung for food and shelter.
- The family Scarabaeidae includes a wide range of species, from the tiny, 1-millimeter-long beetles to the large, 50-millimeter-long scarabs.
- Some species of the family Scarabaeidae are important pollinators, while others are significant pests in agricultural ecosystems.
- The ancient Egyptians revered the scarab beetles of the family Scarabaeidae, often depicting them in art and using them as symbols of rebirth and regeneration.