Wheat bulb fly

Pronunciation
/wheat bul-b fly/
Category
Entomology
Singular
Wheat bulb fly
Plural
Wheat bulb flies

Definition

A pest of wheat and other small grains, particularly in Europe. The larvae feed on the shoots and stems of cereal crops.

Etymology

From 'wheat' and 'bulb' referring to the host plant and the target stage of infestation.

Example

The wheat bulb fly is a major pest in Europe, where it can cause significant yield losses.

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