scarabaeid
/ˌskɛrəˈbiːɪd/
noun
- A beetle belonging to the family Scarabaeidae, which includes dung beetles, June beetles, and the sacred scarab.
- Many scarabaeids are important for recycling nutrients in the soil.
- The scarabaeid is one of the largest families of beetles in the world.
- A scarabaeid flew into the porch light on a summer evening.
adjective
- Relating to the family Scarabaeidae of beetles.
- The scarabaeid family includes over 30,000 species.
- She studied scarabaeid anatomy for her biology project.
- Scarabaeid beetles are known for their strong legs for digging.