apple maggot

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Noun apple maggot has 1 sense

apple maggot, railroad worm, Rhagoletis pomonella - larvae bore into and feed on apples
--₁ is a kind of fruit fly, pomace fly
--₁ is a member of Rhagoletis, genus Rhagoletis

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Apple Maggot

Description:

Apple maggot refers to a type of small fly belonging to the species Rhagoletis pomonella. It infests and damages apples and other fruits by laying eggs inside them. The hatched larvae feed on the fruit, causing significant damage.

Sample Sentences:

Noun (Entomology):

1. The apple maggot is a serious concern for apple orchard owners.

2. Proper pest control measures can significantly reduce apple maggot infestations.

Noun (Fruit Damage):

1. Do not consume apples with apple maggot damage as it may compromise your health.

2. The apple maggot burrows inside the fruit, leaving unattractive tunnels.

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