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Carpocapsa Pomonella

Description:

Carpocapsa pomonella, commonly known as the codling moth, is a species of moth in the family Tortricidae. It is a significant pest of apple, pear, and walnut orchards worldwide.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

The carpocapsa pomonella is a destructive pest that affects fruit crops, particularly apples and pears.

Example sentence: The farmers struggled to control the carpocapsa pomonella infestation in their apple orchard.

Adjective:

The carpocapsa pomonella larvae cause severe damage to fruit trees if left uncontrolled.

Example sentence: The carpocapsa pomonella caterpillars had eaten through the apple tree's leaves and started attacking the fruit.

Related Products:

• Codling Moth Traps
• Fruit Tree Sprays
• Apple Orchard Pest Management