Cactoblastis cactorum
- Pronunciation
- /kak-toh-blas-tis kak-toh-rum/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Cactoblastis cactorum
- Plural
- Cactoblastis cactorum
Definition
A moth species known for its ability to feed on and control prickly pear cactus.
Etymology
From the Greek words 'kaktos', meaning cactus, and 'blastos', meaning shoot or sprout.
Example
The Cactoblastis cactorum moth is considered a biological control agent against prickly pear cactus.
Related Terms
- Cactus moth
- Prickly pear
- Biological control