e/Economic entomology

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has glosseng: Economic entomology is a field of entomology, which involves the study of insects that are of benefit or those that cause harm to humans, domestic animals, and crops. Insects that cause losses are termed as pests. Some species can cause indirect damage by spreading diseases and these are termed as vectors. Those that are beneficial include those reared for food such as honey, substances such as lac or pigments and for their role in pollinating crops and controlling pests.
lexicalizationeng: economic entomology
instance ofe/Pest (animal)
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media:imgBamboo book - unfolded - UCR.jpg
media:imgBoll weevil monument.jpg
media:imgCurtis potato pests.jpg
media:imgPhylloxera cartoon.png

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