English Words for "Insect Pests and Parasites"

Here you will learn the names of different types of insect pests and parasites in English, such as "cotton bollworm", "termite", and "louse".

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Animals

the larva of a noctuid moth that feeds on the reproductive structures of cotton plants and other crops

aphid [noun]

a small bug that sucks the sap of a plant and reproduces without mating

bean fly [noun]

a small insect that feeds on beans and can cause significant damage to crops

a cricket species that typically lives in meadows, fields, and other grassy areas

a type of plant-eating insect with a bright green body and a distinct triangular shape

a type of beetle that feeds on the foliage of plants

locust [noun]

a large grasshopper that lives in hot countries and flies in large swarms, destroying crops

mirid [noun]

a family of bugs, commonly known as plant bugs, that feed on the sap of plants

an insect pest that feeds on a variety of crops and fruits, and is known for causing damage to the plants

a small insect that feeds on the undersides of leaves, causing damage to crops and transmitting plant viruses

thrips [noun]

a small, slender insect with fringed wings that feeds on plant tissues and can transmit plant viruses

symphyla [noun]

small, soil-dwelling arthropods that lack eyes and antennae, and are known for their elongated bodies and numerous leg-like structures called "pseudopods."

mite [noun]

a very small creature that lives on plants, animals, or in carpets

Ex: The veterinarian examined the dog for mites , which can cause irritation and hair loss .
mealybug [noun]

a small sap-sucking insect covered in a powdery wax coating that feeds on plant sap and can cause damage to crops and ornamental plants

a species of stink bug that feeds on a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, and other plants

etiella [noun]

a genus of moths in the family Pyralidae whose larvae are agricultural pests that attack legumes such as cowpeas, beans, and soybeans

a type of pest insect that infests and damages the pods of bean plants

a small, sap-sucking insect that can cause significant damage to tobacco plants by feeding on their leaves and transmitting viruses

a common agricultural pest that feeds on a variety of plants by piercing the leaves and sucking out their fluids

a tiny bug that can harm plants by drinking their sap, but it can be dealt with using sprays or other bugs that eat them

a small moth that is a major pest of brassica crops, and its larvae can cause significant damage by feeding on leaves and buds

a pest insect that feeds on taro plants, causing significant damage to the leaves and tubers

a small, reddish-brown beetle that feeds on stored grains and flour products

a small, green-colored aphid species that feeds on various plants, including peaches, peppers, and potatoes

a small insect that feeds on the sap of cotton plants, causing damage to the crop

a small, brown-colored insect with piercing-sucking mouthparts that feeds on the sap of rice plants, causing damage to the plants and reducing crop yields

dog flea [noun]

a parasitic insect that feeds on the blood of dogs and other animals, and can transmit diseases

a tick species prevalent in North America that can transmit diseases to both dogs and humans

cat flea [noun]

a small, blood-sucking insect that commonly infests cats, causing discomfort and potential health issues

bedbug [noun]

a small brownish bug with an oval shape that feeds on the blood of humans or animals, mainly infesting houses and beds

flea [noun]

a small leaping insect that feeds on the blood of humans or other animals, which spreads disease

gnat [noun]

a tiny insect of the diptera order that bites and forms large swarms

termite [noun]

a pale social insect living in hot countries that causes damage to trees and timber

a small insect with a fluffy, wool-like covering that infests plants and feeds on their sap

louse [noun]

a small parasitic insect that lives and feeds on the body of warm-blooded animals