Ephestia Elutella (Noun)
Meaning
Small moth whose larvae feed on tobacco and other dried plant products.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The warehouse was infested with Ephestia elutella, causing significant damage to the stored tobacco products.
- The tobacco industry has been searching for effective methods to control Ephestia elutella infestations for decades.
- Ephestia elutella larvae were found in the dried herbs and spices, prompting a recall of the contaminated products.
- Researchers studied the behavior of Ephestia elutella in a controlled laboratory setting to better understand its habits.
- The pest control service was called to eradicate the Ephestia elutella infestation in the warehouse before it spread to other areas.