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Gelechia (Noun)

Meaning

Type genus of the Gelechiidae: pink bollworms.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The gelechia is a type of moth that belongs to the family Gelechiidae, commonly known as the twirler moths or gelechiid moths.
  • Gelechia is the type genus of the family Gelechiidae, which includes the pink bollworms that cause significant damage to cotton crops.
  • The gelechia moths are known for their distinctive pink or yellowish coloration and are often found in tropical and subtropical regions.
  • In the context of agricultural pest management, gelechia is often used to refer specifically to the pink bollworms that infest cotton plants.
  • The gelechia genus includes over 700 species of moths, many of which are considered significant pests in the agricultural industry.

Synonyms

  • Genus Gelechia
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