rhagoletis pomonella

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Noun rhagoletis pomonella 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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Rhagoletis pomonella

Description:

Rhagoletis pomonella is a species of fruit fly commonly known as the apple maggot. It belongs to the Tephritidae family and is known for its damaging effects on apples and other fruits in North America.

Sample sentences:

Noun: The Rhagoletis pomonella is a significant pest that infests apple orchards.

Adjective: The apple maggot, or Rhagoletis pomonella, larvae burrow into the fruit and cause severe damage.

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