What is another word for tobacco moth?
Pronunciation: [təbˈakə͡ʊ mˈɒθ] (IPA) 
Tobacco moth is a common name given to an insect called Ephestia elutella. This moth is known to feed on tobacco leaves and can cause serious damage to tobacco crops. However, there are several synonyms used to refer to the tobacco moth. Some of these include cigarette beetle, tobacco beetle, and tobacco weevil. These synonyms have been used interchangeably in literature and research related to pest management in tobacco crop production. Additionally, there are other insects that are known to feed on tobacco and can be confused with the tobacco moth, such as the tobacco hornworm and the tobacco budworm. It is important to properly identify the pest in order to implement effective pest control measures.
