Bactrocera dorsalis

Pronunciation
/BAK-troh-ser-ehr DOR-sal-is/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Bactrocera dorsalis
Plural
Bactrocera dorsalis

Definition

A species of fruit fly belonging to the genus Bactrocera, known as the Oriental fruit fly. It is a major agricultural pest worldwide.

Etymology

The name comes from the Greek word *baktron* meaning 'stick' or 'staff' and *kera* meaning 'horn', in reference to the fly's antennal structure. The species name *dorsalis* refers to its dorsal coloration.

Example

Bactrocera dorsalis is a significant pest of fruits in Southeast Asia.

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