Meaning of the word "Colorado potato beetle" in English
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Colorado potato beetle
US /ˌkɑː.ləˈræ.doʊ pəˈteɪ.toʊ ˈbiː.tl̩/
UK /ˌkɑː.ləˈræ.doʊ pəˈteɪ.toʊ ˈbiː.tl̩/
Noun
1.
a black and yellow striped beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) that is a serious pest of potatoes and other solanaceous plants
Example:
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The farmer sprayed his potato crops to control the Colorado potato beetle infestation.
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Identifying the distinctive black and yellow stripes helps in recognizing the Colorado potato beetle.
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