Peregrinus maidis
- Pronunciation
- /per-EG-rih-nus MAY-dis/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Peregrinus maidis
- Plural
- Peregrinus maidis
Definition
A species of delphacid bug (Hemiptera) that acts as a vector for maize mosaic virus and maize stripe virus.
Etymology
Named after the Latin 'peregrinus', meaning 'foreigner' or 'traveler', likely due to its widespread distribution.
Example
Peregrinus maidis is a significant pest of maize crops worldwide.