Greenfly

/ˈɡriːnˌflaɪ/ noun

Definition

A small green insect, usually an aphid, that feeds on plant sap and can damage crops and gardens.

Etymology

A compound of green (the color) plus fly (the insect). Named descriptively for its appearance, and used for centuries to identify garden pests.

Kelly Says

What's wild is that a single greenfly can be female and reproduce without needing a male—making them one of nature's most efficient reproduction machines, which is why they're so hard to get rid of!

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