Viral Flacherie
- Pronunciation
- /VEE-rul flah-SHER-ee/
- Category
- Disease
- Singular
- Viral Flacherie
- Plural
- Viral Flacheries
Definition
A disease of insects characterized by a rapid decline in health and mortality, caused by infection with a virus.
Etymology
From French 'flacherie', meaning 'weakness' or 'melancholy'.
Example
Viral flacherie is often observed in silkworms and can lead to significant crop losses.
Related Terms
- Insect disease
- Pathogen
- Virus
Usage Notes
Viral flacherie is a serious threat to insect populations and can be difficult to control.