Silpha

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Translingual

Etymology

Ancient Greek σίλφη (sílphē, cockroach)

Proper noun

Silpha f

  1. A taxonomic genus within the family Staphylinidae – carrion beetles.

Usage notes

  • Until 2024 usually placed in family Silphidae.

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