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Adelges

Adelges

9.9
A small insect that feeds on firs and spruces and makes galls
  • noun
  • /ˈædəlˌdʒiz/
  • Specialized
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  • A severe infestation of Adelges can cause abnormal growths called galls on conifers.

Examples

  • The Adelges genus includes several insects harmful to spruce and fir trees.

  • Researchers are studying how Adelges affect forestry across North America.

  • The Adelges infestation spread rapidly through the forest.

  • Many Adelges species thrive on spruce trees.

  • A severe infestation of Adelges can cause abnormal growths called galls on conifers.

  • Researchers are studying how Adelges affect forestry across North America.

  • The Adelges genus includes several insects harmful to spruce and fir trees.

Synonyms

adelgid
vsAdelges
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A small insect that eats needles of pine and spruce trees and makes plant growths

is the scientific genus name specific to those small pest insects

Surface Forms

Adelges singular
Adelgeses plural

Etymology

Adelges likely comes from an old Greek word for a small 'louse'. That's a helpful memory hook because these tiny pests feed on conifer trees and can cause abnormal growths called galls.