sawflies

[US]/[ˈsɔːflaɪz]/
[UK]/[ˈsɔːflaɪz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.small stinging insects that lay their eggs in plant stems; plural of sawfly

Phrases & Collocations

sawflies feeding

sawflies attack

sawfly larvae

sawflies nesting

sawfly damage

sawflies present

sawfly eggs

sawflies emerging

sawfly galleries

sawflies identified

Example Sentences

we saw several sawflies emerging from the pine cones.

the gardener identified the larvae as sawflies and treated the plants.

sawflies can damage coniferous trees, especially young seedlings.

the infestation of sawflies was a significant problem for the orchard.

we used an insecticide to control the sawflies on the spruce tree.

the tiny sawflies were difficult to spot amongst the foliage.

early detection of sawflies is crucial for preventing widespread damage.

the researchers studied the life cycle of the sawflies in detail.

we found several sawfly eggs on the underside of the leaves.

the presence of sawflies indicates a potential problem with the trees.

organic gardeners often use preventative measures against sawflies.

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