Meaning of the word "green peach aphid" in English
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green peach aphid
US /ˌɡriːn piːtʃ ˈæfɪd/
UK /ˌɡriːn piːtʃ ˈæfɪd/
Noun
1.
a small, soft-bodied insect (Myzus persicae) that is a major pest of peach trees and many other crops, known for its green color and ability to transmit plant viruses
Example:
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The farmer sprayed insecticide to control the green peach aphid infestation on his fruit trees.
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The green peach aphid is a common vector for many plant viruses, causing significant crop losses.
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