genus lygus

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Noun genus lygus has 1 sense

Lygus, genus Lygus - plant-sucking bugs
--₁ is a kind of arthropod genus
--₁ is a member of Miridae, family Miridae, Capsidae, family Capsidae
--₁ has members: lygus bug

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Genus Lygus

Description:

The term "genus Lygus" refers to a group of insects belonging to the family Miridae, commonly known as plant bugs. This genus contains various species of bugs that are found worldwide. They are known for their piercing-sucking mouthparts and their ability to feed on a wide range of plants, including crops and ornamental plants.

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As a Noun:

The genus Lygus includes the tarnished plant bug (Lygus lineolaris) and the western tarnished plant bug (Lygus hesperus).
Researchers are studying the reproductive behavior of the genus Lygus.

As an Adjective:

The farmers have been struggling with the genus Lygus infestation in their crops.
A local nursery specializes in treating plants affected by genus Lygus bugs.

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