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aphid

[ay-fid, af-id] / ˈeɪ fɪd, ˈæf ɪd /


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“When an aphid nibbles on a leaf, the volatile release attracts ladybirds in a very simplistic sense,” says Stuart Dixon, co-founder of the early-stage company.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026

"We had a problem with aphids last year, we've had a mild winter which traditionally might affect the aphid populations and then they do like warm weather."

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

He said he had not heard of similar aphid hordes in Canada, either related to the smoke or not.

From New York Times ● Jun. 30, 2023

Apply a layer of mulch over the roots, water regularly and blast off any emerging aphid colonies with a powerful spray of the hose.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 23, 2022

Several natural enemies of the spotted alfalfa aphid, an accidental import from the Middle East, are credited with saving the California alfalfa industry.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson


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