Angoumois Grain Moth (Noun)

Meaning

Small moth whose larvae feed on kernels of stored grains.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The Angoumois grain moth is considered one of the most significant pests of stored grains worldwide, particularly in temperate climates.
  • Pest management of stored grains involves control measures targeting the Angoumois grain moth, a species whose larvae damage grains severely.
  • One key control measure is monitoring the grains regularly for the Angoumois grain moth's tiny holes that the larvae produce when boring into the grains.
  • Trapping is often recommended for detection and suppression of Angoumois grain moth infestations to reduce further economic loss from spoiled grain stockpiles.
  • As grain elevators need meticulous upkeep, scouting out grain types preferred by Angoumois grain moths also form a prevention step within IPM practice against storage infestation threats.

Synonyms

  • Angoumois Moth
  • Sitotroga Cerealella

Hypernyms

  • Grain Moth
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