Genus Tribolium (Noun)
Meaning
Flour beetles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Tribolium consists of several species of flour beetles, including the red flour beetle and the confused flour beetle.
- Flour beetles belonging to the genus Tribolium are significant pests in stored grains and can cause significant economic losses.
- Research has shown that the genus Tribolium has evolved complex social behaviors and communication strategies.
- In laboratory experiments, the genus Tribolium has been used as a model organism to study the effects of pesticides on insect populations.
- The genus Tribolium is characterized by its small size and flat, oval-shaped body, making it well-suited to infesting grain stores.