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family dytiscidae

 

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Noun family dytiscidae has 1 sense
  1. Dytiscidae, family Dytiscidae - water beetles
    --1 is a kind of arthropod family
    --1 is a member of Coleoptera, order Coleoptera
    --1 has members: water beetle

Definitions from the Web

Family Dytiscidae

Definition: Family Dytiscidae refers to a diverse family of aquatic beetles, commonly known as predaceous diving beetles. They are known for their adaptive abilities and the ability to live in various freshwater habitats worldwide.

Senses and Usages:

  1. Noun: The family Dytiscidae is a taxonomic classification for a group of water beetles.
  2. Example Sentence: The family Dytiscidae includes a wide range of species, each with its own unique adaptations for aquatic life.

  3. Adjective: When used as an adjective, "Dytiscidae" describes something related to or resembling the characteristics of the family Dytiscidae.
  4. Example Sentence: The Dytiscidae larvae have distinctive elongated bodies and powerful jaws for capturing prey.

  5. Plural Noun (Local Usage): In certain local regions, "Dytiscidae" can refer to multiple individual beetles belonging to the family Dytiscidae.
  6. Example Sentence: We encountered several Dytiscidae while exploring the pond, each with distinct patterns on their elytra.

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