snapping beetle
US /ˈsnæpɪŋ ˌbiːtl/
UK /ˈsnæpɪŋ ˌbiːtl/
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taupin
a beetle of a family (Elateridae) that when placed on its back can spring into the air with a click, landing on its feet.
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The child was fascinated by the snapping beetle's ability to flip itself over.
L'enfant était fasciné par la capacité du taupin à se retourner.
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We found a small snapping beetle under the log.
Nous avons trouvé un petit taupin sous la bûche.