Leptinotarsa (Noun)
Meaning
Colorado potato beetles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Colorado potato beetle, also known as Leptinotarsa decemlineata, is a major pest of potato crops worldwide.
- Leptinotarsa larvae can eat up to 40% of a potato plant's leaves in just a few days, causing significant damage to crops.
- Adult Leptinotarsa beetles can also spread diseases such as bacterial wilt and viral diseases like potato virus X.
- Leptinotarsa decemlineata is known for its distinctive yellow and black stripes, and is often found in large numbers on potato plants.
- Insecticides are commonly used to control Leptinotarsa populations, but the development of resistance is a major concern for potato farmers.