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Anthonomus

Anthonomus

9.9
A small beetle that eats and damages crops like cotton
  • noun
  • /ˌænθəˈnoʊməs/
  • Specialized
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  • Several species within the genus Anthonomus are considered major agricultural pests.

Examples

  • The Anthonomus weevil is notorious for damaging cotton crops.

  • Farmers monitor fields for signs of Anthonomus infestation during the growing season.

  • The Anthonomus beetle is a major pest for cotton farmers.

  • Farmers are concerned about Anthonomus infestations this season.

  • Farmers monitor fields for signs of Anthonomus infestation during the growing season.

  • Several species within the genus Anthonomus are considered major agricultural pests.

  • The Anthonomus weevil is notorious for damaging cotton crops.

Surface Forms

Anthonomus singular
Anthonomus plural

Etymology

Anthonomus comes from Greek parts anthos ('flower') and nomos ('dweller' or 'feeder'). So, the name means a beetle that lives on or eats flowers and fruit, which fits these weevils that can be serious crop pests.