Meaning of green fruit beetle | Babel Free
Definitions
A beetle (Cotinis mutabilis) that ranges from central Texas across the southwestern United States and Mexico and feeds on cactus, desert trees, and cultivated fruit.
Examples
“Often mistaken for their smaller relative the Japanese beetle, green fruit beetles feed⟳ on fruit trees.”
“Since these pests are attracted to the smell⟳ of ripe fruit, harvest⟳ frequently. Also, you can plant⟳ crops that ripen earlier in the season to avoid⟳ feeding green fruit beetles.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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