Skip to main content
Glite Dictionary
Argyrotaenia

Argyrotaenia

9.9
A group of small moths that includes the orange tortrix
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : Argyrotaenia
  • The orange tortrix, a member of the genus Argyrotaenia, can damage vineyards.

Examples

  • Several species of Argyrotaenia are known pests of fruit crops.

  • Scientists studied Argyrotaenia larvae to develop better pest management strategies.

  • The Argyrotaenia moth is known for its vibrant orange color.

  • Have you ever seen an Argyrotaenia in the wild?

  • Several species of Argyrotaenia are known pests of fruit crops.

  • The orange tortrix, a member of the genus Argyrotaenia, can damage vineyards.

  • Scientists studied Argyrotaenia larvae to develop better pest management strategies.

Compounds

Argyrotaenia citrana
  • Specialized
9.9

A small moth from California whose caterpillars eat oranges and other citrus fruits

Surface Forms

Argyrotaenia singular
Argyrotaenias plural

Etymology

The word Argyrotaenia comes from Greek parts argyro- meaning 'silver' and taenia meaning 'band' or 'ribbon'. So the name paints a picture of a 'silver band', a useful image for remembering this group of moths that often have band-like marks on their wings.