Turnip root maggot
- Pronunciation
- /TUR-nip ROOT MAG-got/
- Category
- Pest
- Singular
- Turnip root maggot
- Plural
- Turnip root maggots
Definition
A pest species of fly, *Delia floralis*, that infects and damages the roots of various cruciferous crops.
Etymology
From the common name 'turnip root maggot'.
Example
Turnip root maggot infestations can cause significant damage to rutabaga crops.
Related Terms
- Cruciferous crops
- Root maggot
- Delia radicum
Usage Notes
Turnip root maggot is closely related to other *Delia* species, and their control measures often overlap.