migratory locust
US /ˈmɪɡrəˌtɔri ˈloʊkəst/
UK /ˈmɪɡrəˌtɔri ˈloʊkəst/
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treksprinkhaan
a species of locust (Locusta migratoria) known for its ability to form large swarms and migrate over long distances, causing significant damage to crops
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The farmers feared a new invasion of migratory locusts.
De boeren vreesden een nieuwe invasie van treksprinkhanen.
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Swarms of migratory locusts can devastate entire regions.
Zwermen treksprinkhanen kunnen hele regio's verwoesten.