Noun
larvae (of a noctuid moth) that travel in large groups and destroy grains and alfalfa in the midwestern states
Source: WordNetFarmers and ranchers know the army cutworm, which in its caterpillar state can devour key crops like corn, alfalfa and canola. Source: Internet
Turns out there’s an interesting high-country delicacy they love — army cutworm moths. Source: Internet