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rove beetle

/rəʊv ˈbiːtəl/

Tradução: Tipo de besouro pertencente à família Staphylinidae, caracterizado por corpo alongado e élitros curtos, frequentemente encontrado em matéria orgânica em decomposição.

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/rəʊv ˈbiːtəl/C1formalscientific
  • ptTipo de besouro pertencente à família Staphylinidae, caracterizado por corpo alongado e élitros curtos, frequentemente encontrado em matéria orgânica em decomposição.

A type of beetle belonging to the family Staphylinidae, characterized by its elongated body and short wing covers, often found in decaying organic matter.

  1. Type of insectC1formal

    A member of the family Staphylinidae, characterized by a long, slender body and short wing covers, often found in decaying organic matter.

    ptBesouro-estafilinídeo

    • The rove beetle is commonly found under logs and stones.
    • Rove beetles are beneficial in gardens as they prey on pests.
    • Scientists study rove beetles to understand their role in decomposition.