European corn borer

Pronunciation
/yoo-ROH-pee-an korrn BOR-er/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
European corn borer
Plural
European corn borers

Definition

A major agricultural pest of maize and other crops, belonging to the genus *Ostrinia* and the family Crambidae.

Etymology

Named after its geographical distribution in Europe.

Example

The European corn borer is a serious threat to maize production worldwide.

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