Diabrotica barberi

Pronunciation
/di-a-brot-ih-ka bar-ber-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Diabrotica barberi
Plural
Diabrotica barberi

Definition

A species of beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, commonly known as the Northern Corn Rootworm.

Etymology

Named after its describers, Smith & Lawrence.

Example

The larvae of Diabrotica barberi cause significant damage to corn crops.

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