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Gelechiid (Noun)

Meaning

Small slender-winged moths whose larvae are agricultural pests.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The gelechiid moths are known for their small size and slender wings, but their larvae can cause significant damage to crops.
  • One of the most common gelechiid species is the potato tuberworm moth, which is a major pest of potatoes worldwide.
  • Some gelechiid species, such as the pink bollworm moth, are resistant to certain pesticides and require integrated pest management strategies to control.
  • Gelechiid moths are often difficult to identify due to their small size and similar appearances, but their larvae can be identified by the type of damage they cause to crops.
  • In addition to their agricultural impacts, gelechiid moths are also of interest to scientists studying the evolution of insect development and behavior.

Synonyms

  • Gelechiid Moth

Hyponyms

  • Splitworm
  • Phthorimaea Operculella
  • Potato Tuber Moth
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