pea weevil

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Noun pea weevil has 1 sense

pea weevil, Bruchus pisorum - larvae live in and feed on seeds of the pea plant
--₁ is a kind of seed beetle, seed weevil
--₁ is a member of Bruchus, genus Bruchus

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Pea weevil

A pea weevil is a type of beetle that belongs to the family of insects known as Bruchidae. It is a common pest that specifically targets peas and other legume plants, causing damage to the crops.

Usage examples:

The farmer discovered pea weevil larvae in his pea plants, indicating an infestation.
Due to the pea weevil infestation, the pea harvest was significantly reduced this year.
It is important to monitor and control pea weevil populations to protect legume crops.

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