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Pyrausta

Pyrausta

9.9
A small moth whose caterpillars eat corn and harm crops
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The larvae of the Pyrausta moth are notorious corn borers in many agricultural regions.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the life cycle of Pyrausta to develop better pest management strategies.

  • The Pyrausta species can cause significant damage to corn crops.

  • Farmers often monitor fields for signs of Pyrausta infestation to protect their crops.

  • Farmers are concerned about Pyrausta infestations this season.

  • Farmers often monitor fields for signs of Pyrausta infestation to protect their crops.

  • Researchers studied the life cycle of Pyrausta to develop better pest management strategies.

  • The larvae of the Pyrausta moth are notorious corn borers in many agricultural regions.

Surface Forms

Pyrausta singular
Pyraustas plural

Etymology

Pyrausta contains the Greek root pyr- meaning 'fire', the same root you see in pyre. A helpful way to remember this moth name is to think of a small 'fire' insect—many species have bright, warm colours and their larvae can harm corn crops, so the 'fire' root reminds you of both their look and their damage to fields.