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Gelechia

Gelechia

9.9
A group of small moths, some of which damage crops like the pink bollworm
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The pink bollworm, a destructive pest of cotton, belongs to the genus Gelechia.

Examples

  • Many Gelechia species have larvae that are serious agricultural pests.

  • Researchers studied the distribution of Gelechia in several regions.

  • The Gelechia moth is known for its unique coloration.

  • Many species of Gelechia are found in warm climates.

  • The pink bollworm, a destructive pest of cotton, belongs to the genus Gelechia.

  • Many Gelechia species have larvae that are serious agricultural pests.

  • Researchers studied the distribution of Gelechia in several regions.

Surface Forms

Gelechia singular
Gelechias plural
Gelechia plural

Etymology

The word Gelechia is a scientific name for a group of small moths, and a helpful way to remember it is to think of it as a 'family name' that groups related species like the pink bollworm so scientists can talk clearly about them.