hessian fly

Questions

What does hessian fly mean?

Mayetiola destructor, a species of fly that is a significant pest of cereal crops.

Where does hessian fly come from?

The fly was thought to have been accidentally imported into North America by Hessian soldiers during the Revolutionary War.

How to pronounce hessian fly

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