Steinernema scapterisci

Pronunciation
/STAHY-ner-NEE-muh skap-TERR-iss-eye/
Category
Biological Control
Singular
Steinernema scapterisci
Plural
Steinernema scapterisci

Definition

A species of nematode that is a natural enemy of mole crickets, used for biological control.

Etymology

Named after the Greek words 'sthenos' meaning 'strength' and 'nema' meaning 'thread', with 'scapterisci' referring specifically to mole crickets from the genus Scapteriscus.

Example

Steinernema scapterisci is being researched for its potential to control mole cricket populations in agricultural fields.

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