Flea Beetle (Noun)
Meaning
Any small leaf beetle having enlarged hind legs and capable of jumping.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The flea beetle was identified as the primary pest responsible for the damage to the crops.
- Farmers in the region have been struggling to control the flea beetle infestation that has been affecting their soybean yields.
- Entomologists have been studying the flea beetle's unique jumping ability, which allows it to quickly move around and evade predators.
- The flea beetle's small size and agility make it a difficult pest to control using traditional methods.
- In some parts of the world, the flea beetle is considered a major pest of potato crops, causing significant damage to the leaves and tubers.