Pill beetles
Scientific name: Histeridae
Pill beetles
Scientific name: Histeridae
Description
Members of the Histeridae family, commonly known as clown beetles, possess a rather deceptive name that sparks curiosity. Far from the antics of a circus entertainer, these beetles play a crucial role in the ecosystem as scavengers and predators, primarily living off decaying material and other insects. Interestingly, despite their small size, some species in this family are pivotal in forensic entomology, helping to date the time of death in criminal investigations.
Scientific Classification
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