Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Darkling Beetle.
Darkling Beetle - as a noun
Sluggish hard-bodied black terrestrial weevil whose larvae feed on e.g. decaying plant material or grain
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
darkling groung beetletenebrionid14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weevil12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The darkling beetle is a type of beetle that is commonly found in arid regions."
"The darkling beetle feeds on decaying plant matter."
"The darkling beetle has a hard exoskeleton for protection."
"The darkling beetle is able to store water in its body to survive long periods without drinking."
"Some darkling beetles can emit a defensive odor when threatened."
