Bruchus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Bruchidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The type genus Bruchus is a group of weevils commonly known as pea weevils or bean weevils.
- Bruchus is a genus of beetles in the family Bruchidae, which includes over 1300 species worldwide.
- The larvae of Bruchus weevils feed on the seeds of legumes, causing significant damage to crops.
- Bruchus pisorum, also known as the pea weevil, is a common pest of garden peas in many parts of the world.
- Bruchus species are often found in stored legume products, where they can cause significant economic losses.