bud moth
The 'bud moth' refers to several species of moths, particularly known for their larvae, which can cause significant damage to the buds and young leaves of fruit trees and other plants.
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Definition
B2Agriculture
(technical)A small moth whose larvae damage the buds and young leaves of fruit trees and other plants.
Example
- Farmers are concerned about the bud moth infestation in their apple orchards.
- The larvae of the bud moth can cause severe damage to young plants.
C1Entomology
(technical, scientific)A moth from the family Tortricidae, known for its larvae that feed on the buds of deciduous trees and shrubs.
Example
- Spilonota ocellana is a species of bud moth that affects various deciduous trees.
- Entomologists study the life cycle of the bud moth to find ways to control its population.
Similar
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