Crucifer flea beetle

Pronunciation
/kroo-sifer flee beet-le/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Crucifer flea beetle
Plural
Crucifer flea beetles

Definition

A group of flea beetles (genus *Phyllotreta*) that feed on cruciferous crops, causing significant damage to various crops.

Etymology

From the Latin 'cruciferae', meaning 'cross-bearing' (referring to the four-leaved flowers of cruciferous plants), and 'flea beetle', referring to their jumping ability.

Example

The crucifer flea beetle, *Phyllotreta cruciferae*, is a major pest of cabbage crops.

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