Ephestia
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The word 'Ephestia' is derived from the Greek word 'ephestios', meaning 'devastating', in reference to the destructive nature of the larvae of these moths.
مثال
- The Ephestia moth is a common pest in stored grain.
- Ephestia species are often found in food storage facilities.
- The larvae of Ephestia can cause significant damage to stored products.
ترکیبهای رایج
Ephestia moth Ephestia larvae Ephestia species
تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- small moths whose larvae spin silken tunnels and feed on stored food products