Spodoptera ornithogalli

Pronunciation
/SPOD-oh-ter-uh or-nith-OG-ah-lee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Spodoptera ornithogalli
Plural
Spodoptera ornithogalli

Definition

A species of moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the 'Yellowstriped Armyworm'.

Etymology

Named after the Greek words 'spod', meaning 'ash' or 'moth', and 'ornithogalli', referring to its association with birds and plants.

Example

Spodoptera ornithogalli is a major agricultural pest, known for its voracious appetite for crops.

Related Terms

  • Yellowstriped Armyworm
  • Pest
  • Agriculture
  • Noctuidae

Usage Notes

This species is highly invasive and poses a significant threat to crops worldwide.