Cranberry tipworm

Pronunciation
/KRAN-ber-ree tipp-WORM/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Cranberry tipworm
Plural
Cranberry tipworms

Definition

A cranberry pest, scientifically known as *Dasineura oxycoccana*, belonging to the family Cecidomyiidae. They attack cranberry and blueberry plants.

Etymology

From the combination of 'cranberry' and 'tipworm', reflecting its habitat and feeding behavior.

Example

Cranberry tipworms cause significant damage to cranberry crops, especially in early stages.

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