beetle
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beetles
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甲虫, 鞘翅目昆虫
a large, typically black insect, which has a hard case on its back that covers its wings
A beetle is a fascinating insect with a hard exoskeleton and distinctive wing covers called elytra. It comes in various shapes, sizes, and colors, showcasing incredible diversity. Beetles can be found in different habitats worldwide, from forests to deserts. They play important roles in ecosystems, serving as decomposers, pollinators, and predators. With their specialized mouthparts, beetles have adapted to feed on a wide range of food sources, including plants, fungi, and other insects. Their ability to fly and their protective exoskeleton make them successful and adaptable insects.
- As I lifted the rock, a shiny green beetle scurried away.
当我抬起石头时，一只闪亮的绿色甲虫匆匆跑开了。
- The beetle burrowed into the soft soil to create its underground home.
甲虫钻进松软的土壤中，建造它的地下家园。
- The beetle played a crucial role in the ecosystem by decomposing organic matter.
甲虫通过分解有机物在生态系统中发挥了关键作用。
- The beetle's hard exoskeleton provides protection from predators.
甲虫坚硬的外骨骼提供了对捕食者的保护。
- We saw a tiny beetle crawling on the leaves during our nature walk.
在我们的自然漫步中，我们看到一只小甲虫在树叶上爬行。
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木槌, 夯锤
a tool resembling a hammer but with a large head (usually wooden); used to drive wedges or ram down paving stones or for crushing or beating or flattening or smoothing
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