Northern corn rootworm
- Pronunciation
- /NORTH-ern KORn ROOT-worm/
- Category
- Entomology
- Singular
- Northern corn rootworm
- Plural
- Northern corn rootworms
Definition
A major agricultural pest, belonging to the genus *Diabrotica*, known for its ability to cause significant damage to corn crops.
Etymology
Example
The northern corn rootworm is a serious threat to corn production in many regions.
Related Terms
- Diabrotica
- Corn
- Rootworm
- Pest