Potato Tuber Moth (Noun)
Meaning
Greyish-brown moth whose larva is the potato tuberworm.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The potato tuber moth is known for damaging potato tubers and causing significant losses in crop production.
- Potato tuber moths are often difficult to distinguish from other moths without expert analysis.
- Researchers are working to develop a biological control for the potato tuber moth using natural predators.
- Female potato tuber moths lay their eggs on the leaves of potato plants, and the larvae then feed on the tubers.
- Farmers must implement integrated pest management strategies to prevent infestations of the potato tuber moth.