Tobacco Moth (Noun)
Meaning
Small moth whose larvae feed on tobacco and other dried plant products.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The tobacco moth is often found in dried fruit and tobacco stores, causing significant damage to the products.
- The larvae of the tobacco moth feed on a wide variety of dried plant products, including tobacco, dried fruits, and herbs.
- Insecticides are commonly used to control infestations of the tobacco moth in warehouses and storage facilities.
- To prevent infestation by the tobacco moth, it is essential to store dried plant products in airtight containers.
- The tobacco moth is a significant pest in many parts of the world, causing economic losses to the tobacco and dried fruit industries.