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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Potato Beetle.
Potato Beetle - as a noun
Black-and-yellow beetle that feeds in adult and larval stages on potato leaves; originally of eastern rocky mountains; now worldwide
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
colorado beetlecolorado potato beetleleptinotarsa decemlineatapotato bugExample Sentences
"The potato beetle is a common agricultural pest."
"Farmers often struggle with controlling potato beetles."
"The bright orange color of the potato beetle serves as a warning to predators."
"Scientists are researching ways to genetically modify potatoes to deter potato beetles."
"The potato beetle belongs to the family Chrysomelidae."
