Melolonthids
Melolonthids are a subfamily of scarab beetles, commonly known as chafers or June bugs. They belong to the family Scarabaeidae, which is one of the largest families of beetles. Melolonthids are found worldwide, with the greatest diversity in tropical regions.
Adult melolonthids are typically stout-bodied insects with a distinctive lamellate antenna, which consists of several flattened
The life cycle of melolonthids involves complete metamorphosis, with egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages. The
While some adult melolonthids feed on nectar or pollen, many do not feed at all, relying on