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Leptinotarsa

Leptinotarsa

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A group of beetles that includes the Colorado potato beetle
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  • The Colorado potato beetle belongs to the genus Leptinotarsa, which is known for feeding on potato plants.

Examples

  • Several species within Leptinotarsa can be agricultural pests, not just the well-known Colorado potato beetle.

  • Entomologists often study Leptinotarsa to understand pesticide resistance in crop-damaging insects.

  • The Leptinotarsa genus includes many pest species.

  • Farmers are concerned about Leptinotarsa infestations.

  • Entomologists often study Leptinotarsa to understand pesticide resistance in crop-damaging insects.

  • The Colorado potato beetle belongs to the genus Leptinotarsa, which is known for feeding on potato plants.

  • Several species within Leptinotarsa can be agricultural pests, not just the well-known Colorado potato beetle.

Synonyms

genus Leptinotarsa
vsLeptinotarsa
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9.9

A group of beetles that includes the Colorado potato beetle, a pest of potato plants

is the general taxonomic name without emphasizing the pest

Compounds

Leptinotarsa decemlineata
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A black and yellow beetle that eats potato leaves

genus Leptinotarsa
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of beetles that includes the Colorado potato beetle, a pest of potato plants

Surface Forms

Leptinotarsa singular
Leptinotarsas plural

Etymology

Leptinotarsa is a scientific name made from old Greek parts: lepto- meaning 'thin' and tarsus meaning 'foot' or 'part of the leg'. This gives the image of a small, slim beetle, which helps explain why the name is used for a genus of beetles like the Colorado potato beetle.