What is another word for onion louse?
Pronunciation: [ˈʌni͡ən lˈa͡ʊs] (IPA) 
Onion louse also known as thrips are small insects that can damage onions and other crops. There are several other words used as synonyms for onion louse such as onion maggot, onion thrips, and onion fly. Onion maggots are the larvae of the onion fly and they feed on onion roots causing stunted growth and yellowing of the leaves. Onion thrips, on the other hand, are small, slender insects that suck the sap from onion leaves causing whitish patches on the leaves. These pests can be controlled through proper field sanitation, crop rotation, and use of insecticides if necessary. Being aware of the different names for these pests can help farmers to identify and take measures to control the infestations.
