Staphylinidae (Noun)
Meaning
Rove beetles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Staphylinidae, also known as rove beetles, is a large and diverse family of beetles with over fifty thousand known species.
- One of the key characteristics that define the Staphylinidae family is their elongated and narrow bodies, which allow them to easily navigate through small spaces.
- The Ground Beetle families of Carabidae and Staphylinidae often appear very similar in shape but can differ in their distinct elytra pattern.
- In a survey of the ecosystem, it was found that the species Staphylinidae was most widely found in damp vegetative areas and beneath layers of fallen leaves.
- Entomologists have studied Staphylinidae extensively, learning about their omnivorous diet that consists of eating both plant and insect remains.