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blissus

/ˈblɪs.əs/

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noun

/ˈblɪs.əs/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучное название рода, относящегося к группе насекомых, широко известных как злаковые клопы, которые являются вредителями, повреждающими траву и зерновые культуры.

A scientific genus name referring to a group of insects commonly known as chinch bugs, which are pests that damage grass and cereal crops.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C2formalscientific

    A genus of small, true bugs in the family Blissidae, commonly known as chinch bugs, which are agricultural pests that feed on grasses and grains.

    ruБлиссус

    • Blissus species are known to damage lawns and cereal crops.
    • The chinch bug, Blissus leucopterus, is a major pest in North America.
    • Farmers monitor fields for Blissus infestations during dry seasons.

    Synonymschinch bug

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