Phalacridae

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Phalacridae
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Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Family: Phalacridae
Leach, 1815
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The Phalacridae are a family of beetles commonly called the shining flower beetles. They are often found in composite flowers. They are oval-shaped, usually tan, and about 2 mm in length.

[edit] References

  • Borror, Triplehorn, and Johnson. An Intro to the Study of Insects, 6th Ed.