Genus Eriosoma (Noun)
Meaning
Woolly aphids.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Woolly aphids of the genus Eriosoma are known to infest apple trees and cause significant damage to the fruit and leaves.
- The genus Eriosoma includes several species of woolly aphids that are commonly found on apple and pear trees in North America.
- Researchers have identified the genus Eriosoma as a major pest of apple orchards in Europe, causing significant economic losses.
- The woolly aphid genus Eriosoma is characterized by its distinctive white, cottony coating and its ability to secrete a sticky substance called honeydew.
- Biological control methods have been developed to manage populations of the genus Eriosoma, including the introduction of natural predators and parasites.