Meaning of the word "rove beetle" in English
What does "rove beetle" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
rove beetle
US /roʊv ˈbiːtl/
UK /rəʊv ˈbiːtl/
Noun
a beetle of the family Staphylinidae, typically elongated with short wing cases and a flexible abdomen, often found in decaying matter or under stones
Example:
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The gardener found a rove beetle under a log.
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Rove beetles are important predators of pests in agricultural ecosystems.