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Phthorimaea

Phthorimaea

9.9
A small moth that eats potato plants and harms crops
  • noun
  • /fθɔːrɪˈmeɪə/
  • Specialized
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  • The Phthorimaea moth is a common pest in potato fields.

Examples

  • The larvae of Phthorimaea can cause significant damage to stored potatoes.

  • Research on Phthorimaea has led to improved agricultural practices for protecting crops.

  • Farmers often implement pest control measures to limit the spread of Phthorimaea in their fields.

  • Farmers often struggle with Phthorimaea infestations.

  • The larvae of Phthorimaea can cause significant damage to stored potatoes.

  • Farmers often implement pest control measures to limit the spread of Phthorimaea in their fields.

  • The Phthorimaea moth is a common pest in potato fields.

Surface Forms

Phthorimaea singular
Phthorimaeas plural

Etymology

Phthorimaea comes from the Greek root phthor- which means 'destruction', and scientists chose this name because these small moths often destroy potato crops. So the name helps you remember that they are agricultural pests.