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Pink bollworm

Moth Cotton Pest Gelechiid Bollworm

description Pink bollworm Overview

Pink bollworm is Pectinophora gossypiella, a cotton pest described by Saunders in 1844 and eradicated from U.S. commercial cotton in 2018.

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Pink bollworm ranks #439 of 496 in the Moth ranking, behind Grapeleaf skeletonizer, ahead of Lesser Yellow Underwing.

Historically destructive cotton pest with major eradication focus; consensus heavily shaped by economic harm and resistance issues.

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How good is Pink bollworm?
Pink bollworm scores 3.74/10 (Poor) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Moth category. Historically destructive cotton pest with major eradication focus; consensus heavily shaped by economic harm and resistance issues.
What are the best alternatives to Pink bollworm?
See our alternatives page for Pink bollworm for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Potato tuber moth, Angoumois grain moth, Tomato leaf miner.
How does Pink bollworm compare to Potato tuber moth?
See our detailed comparison of Pink bollworm vs Potato tuber moth with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Pink bollworm worth it in 2026?
With a score of 3.74/10, Pink bollworm is a solid option in Moth. See all Moth ranked.

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