Scolytus multistriatus

9.9

A small bark beetle that spreads Dutch elm disease

noun

Specialized

: Scolytus multistriatus

Forestry experts monitor populations of Scolytus multistriatus to help protect vulnerable elm trees.

Examples

Scolytus multistriatus is a serious pest responsible for spreading Dutch elm disease across many regions.
The presence of Scolytus multistriatus in the area has raised concerns among local arborists.
The Scolytus multistriatus is known for spreading Dutch elm disease.
Many trees have fallen victim to the Scolytus multistriatus infestation.
Scolytus multistriatus is a significant pest that facilitates the spread of Dutch elm disease in urban areas.
Forestry departments conduct regular checks on Scolytus multistriatus populations to safeguard elm trees.
The infestation of Scolytus multistriatus has become a major issue for local tree conservation efforts.

Synonyms

Dutch-elm beetle

vsScolytus multistriatus

Specialized

8.6

An insect that spreads a fungus that kills elm trees

is the specific scientific species identified as a main vector of that fungus

Surface Forms

Scolytus multistriatus singular

Scolytus multistriatuses plural

Morphology

Scolytus + multistriatus

This is a Latin binomial (taxonomic) name: while 'Scolytus' identifies a genus of bark beetles and 'multistriatus' is a Latin-form epithet, the detailed meaning (a species that is a principal vector of the fungus causing Dutch elm disease) is encyclopedic and not compositionally derivable from the parts. B1 learners (even if they recognise Latin roots like 'multi-' or know 'Scolytus' as a beetle genus) would not infer the species' role as a disease vector, so the expression is opaque.

Etymology

Scolytus multistriatus is a beetle name that helps you remember it: multistriatus means 'many stripes'. These small bark beetles tunnel under elm trees and spread the fungus that causes 'Dutch elm disease'.