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acanthoscelides obtectus

 

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Noun acanthoscelides obtectus has 1 sense
  1. bean weevil, Acanthoscelides obtectus - larvae live in and feed on growing or stored beans
    --1 is a kind of seed beetle, seed weevil
    --1 is a member of Acanthoscelides, genus Acanthoscelides

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Acanthoscelides Obtectus

Definition:

Acanthoscelides obtectus is a species of bean weevil, also commonly known as the bean beetle.

Usage:

Noun:

The acanthoscelides obtectus is a destructive pest that infests stored beans.

Adjective:

The farmer discovered an infestation of acanthoscelides obtectus beetles in his bean storage.

Sample Sentence:

It is essential to take preventive measures against acanthoscelides obtectus to protect beans from damage.

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