noun
- a beetle of the family Chrysomelidae, which includes leaf beetles
Usage: entomology
adjective
- of or relating to beetles of the family Chrysomelidae
Usage: entomology
Examples
- The chrysomelid was feeding on the potato leaves in the garden.
- Scientists identified several chrysomelid species in the forest survey.
- The chrysomelid beetle’s metallic coloration made it easy to spot.
- Chrysomelid larvae can cause significant damage to crop plants.
- The researcher studied chrysomelid behavior in agricultural settings.
- Many chrysomelid beetles are considered agricultural pests.