genus popillia (Meaning)
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genus popillia (n)
a genus of Scarabaeidae
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus popillia
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus popillia Sentence Examples
- Genus Popillia, commonly known as Japanese beetles, are notorious pests of lawns and gardens.
- The genus Popillia includes numerous species, with Popillia japonica being the most widely recognized.
- Adult genus Popillia beetles possess metallic green or bronze bodies with iridescent hues.
- The larvae of genus Popillia beetles are known as grubs and feed on plant roots, causing extensive damage.
- Genus Popillia beetles are native to Japan and were accidentally introduced to North America in the early 20th century.
- Trapping, chemical treatments, and biological control methods are commonly employed to manage genus Popillia beetle populations.
- Nematodes and predatory wasps have been studied as potential biological control agents for genus Popillia beetles.
- Eggs laid by genus Popillia beetles are elliptical and white in color, with a delicate texture.
- The genus Popillia belongs to the family Scarabaeidae, which includes a diverse range of beetles known as scarabs.
- Molecular studies have revealed that the genus Popillia originated in Asia and has since spread to various regions around the world.
FAQs About the word genus popillia
a genus of Scarabaeidae
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Genus Popillia, commonly known as Japanese beetles, are notorious pests of lawns and gardens.
The genus Popillia includes numerous species, with Popillia japonica being the most widely recognized.
Adult genus Popillia beetles possess metallic green or bronze bodies with iridescent hues.
The larvae of genus Popillia beetles are known as grubs and feed on plant roots, causing extensive damage.
