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Corn Earworm Moth

Helicoverpa zea

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Noctuidae ›Genus: Helicoverpa

About

Helicoverpa zea, commonly known as the corn earworm, is a species (formerly in the genus Heliothis) in the family Noctuidae. The larva of the moth Helicoverpa zea is a major agricultural pest. Since it is polyphagous (feeds on many different plants) during the larval stage, the species has been given many different common names, including the cotton bollworm and the tomato fruitworm. It also consumes a wide variety of other crops.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Corn Earworm Moth?
The scientific name of Corn Earworm Moth is Helicoverpa zea.
What kingdom does Corn Earworm Moth belong to?
Corn Earworm Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Corn Earworm Moth belong to?
Corn Earworm Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Corn Earworm Moth belong to?
Corn Earworm Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Corn Earworm Moth belong to?
Corn Earworm Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Corn Earworm Moth belong to?
Corn Earworm Moth belongs to the family Noctuidae.
What genus does Corn Earworm Moth belong to?
Corn Earworm Moth belongs to the genus Helicoverpa.