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Citrus Damaging Insect Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
MEDFLY which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MEDFLY
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MEDFLY" which means:
- noun
- • Small black-and-white fly that damages citrus and other fruits by implanting eggs that hatch inside the fruit
An example sentence would be:
- • "The medfly is a species of fruit fly."
- • "Government agencies conduct medfly eradication campaigns."
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| New York Times06 Apr 2003 | Down 75 | |
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