Tomato hornworm

Pronunciation
/təˈmeɪtoʊ ˈhɔrnˌwɜrm/
Category
Entomology
Singular
Tomato hornworm
Plural
Tomato hornworms

Definition

The larval stage of Manduca quinquemaculata, a large moth species that feeds on solanaceous plants, particularly tomato.

Etymology

From the common name of the host plant, 'tomato', and the appearance of the larva's horn.

Example

The tomato hornworm is a serious pest of tomato crops.

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