Glassy-winged sharpshooter

Pronunciation
/GLASS-ee-winged SHARPS-hooter/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Glassy-winged sharpshooter
Plural
Glassy-winged sharpshooters

Definition

A type of hemipteran insect (order Hemiptera) known for its translucent, glassy wings and its ability to transmit plant pathogens, particularly the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa.

Etymology

The name refers to the insects' distinctive appearance and their sharpshooting behavior when feeding on plants.

Example

The glassy-winged sharpshooter is a major agricultural pest, particularly in vineyards.

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