Spodoptera exempta
- Pronunciation
- /SPOH-dop-tuh-ruh ex-EMP-tuh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Spodoptera exempta
- Plural
- Spodoptera exempta
Definition
A species of moth in the family Noctuidae, known as the African armyworm. It is a major agricultural pest in Africa and other tropical regions.
Etymology
From Greek 'spodos' meaning 'ashes' and 'ptera' meaning 'wings'. 'Exempta' is Latin for 'exempt'.
Example
Spodoptera exempta larvae are voracious feeders, consuming a wide range of crops.