Spodoptera frugiperda
- Pronunciation
- /SPOD-oh-ter fru-GIH-per-dah/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Spodoptera frugiperda
- Plural
- Spodoptera frugiperda
Definition
The fall armyworm, a major agricultural pest known for its voracious feeding habits on various crops.
Etymology
From Greek 'spodos', meaning 'ashes', and Latin 'frugi', meaning 'fruit' or 'food'. The species name 'perda' is Latin for 'destroyer'.
Example
Spodoptera frugiperda larvae are highly destructive to corn crops.
Related Terms
- Corn
- Pest
- Lepidoptera
Usage Notes
Spodoptera frugiperda is also known as the fall armyworm.