roseslugs
/ˈroʊzˌslʌɡz/
noun
- The larvae of certain sawflies that feed on rose leaves, causing damage to the plant.
- The roseslugs have eaten most of the leaves on my rose bushes this spring.
- Gardeners often notice roseslugs when the leaves start to look skeletonized.
- To control roseslugs, you can spray the plants with insecticidal soap.