Western corn rootworm
- Pronunciation
- /WEST-ern CORN ROOT-worm/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Western corn rootworm
- Plural
- Western corn rootworms
Definition
A major agricultural pest of corn crops, known scientifically as *Diabrotica virgifera virgifera*. Larvae feed on corn roots, causing significant crop damage.
Etymology
Example
The western corn rootworm is a serious threat to corn production in North America.
Related Terms
- Diabrotica virgifera
- Corn
- Rootworm
- Pest