Aphis Fabae (Noun)
Meaning
Blackish aphid that infests e.g. beans and sugar beets.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Aphis fabae infestations can cause significant damage to bean crops by sucking sap and transferring plant viruses.
- The black bean aphid, also known as aphis fabae, is a common pest in many agricultural regions.
- In sugar beet fields, aphis fabae infestations can be controlled with insecticides or by introducing natural predators.
- Aphis fabae has been known to develop resistance to certain pesticides, making it a challenging pest to manage.
- During warm seasons, aphis fabae can reproduce rapidly and spread to neighboring plants, leading to widespread infestations.