A genus of large, predatory ground beetles in the family Carabidae, known as calosomas or caterpillar hunters.
From Latin/Greek 'karabos' (crab), the scientific genus name given by Carl Linnaeus; named for their crab-like appearance and powerful mandibles.
Carabus beetles are agricultural heroes—a single beetle can eat dozens of caterpillars in a night, making them natural pest control that farmers and gardeners love!
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