Dalbulus maidis

Pronunciation
/dal-BUL-us MAY-dis/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Dalbulus maidis
Plural
Dalbulus maidis

Definition

A species of leafhopper found in cornfields, known as the corn leafhopper.

Etymology

Named after the genus Dalbulus and the host plant maize.

Example

The corn leafhopper, Dalbulus maidis, feeds on corn plants and can cause significant damage to crops.

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